How Can You Use Leftover Barbecue Sauce In Creative Ways?
What can you do with leftover barbecue sauce? You invested in a bounty of bottles and now there's more local barbecue sauce than you can use at one time. Before you toss half-used bottles of handcrafted blends, take a look at the everyday ways to use the rest of your sauce stash.
Create Condiments with a Kick
A barbecue blend is a perfect way to top ribs, pulled pork, or grilled chicken. But you can use a handcrafted sauce for so much more. After the backyard BBQ is over, turn the leftover sauce into a tangy condiment and top everything from burgers and dogs to fried rice. Swap out the bland ketchup or everyday yellow mustard in your fridge for a super-sauce with a kick.
This condiment switch gives an unexpected jolt and a savory or smoky taste to almost any meal you make. If you want to ration the sauce, blend it with plain tomato ketchup, spicy brown mustard, or a dollop of mayo. Along with your main meal, you can also use the leftover savory sauce as a spicy salad dressing. Drizzle it over a veggie mix or add the barbecue dressing to a grilled chicken or steak salad.
Mix a Delicious Dip
Use a creamy base (such as sour cream or plain yogurt) to create a delicious dip—or pour the sauce into a bowl as-is. Cut carrots, bell peppers, and celery sticks to dip into a pool of spicy sauce or dunk mozzarella sticks, popcorn chicken, or other apps into it. The handcrafted sauce-turned dip is perfect for everyday use or an ideal side for your next party.
Perk Up a Plain Pizza
Even though tomatoes are the traditional topping for pizza dough, you can substitute this type of sauce for a barbecue variety. A BBQ pizza is a grown-up alternative that has a hint of spice, a smoky tasty, or a sweet and savory flavor combination.
Pair the BBQ sauce with a slice of equally smoky cheese and add grilled chicken or pulled pork on top. You can also use your favorite local barbecue sauce on a flatbread. Again, dress the sauce-covered bread with a smoky cheese. If you want a dairy-free option, top the sauce with grilled vegetables.
Make Meatballs and Meatloaf
Do you typically coat your homemade meatballs in a layer of tomato sauce? Is your meatloaf crusted with caramelized ketchup? Instead of the traditional takes on meatballs and meatloaf, use the rest of a handcrafted BBQ sauce instead of tomato-based products.