Kitchen Sink BBQ for Two

bbq sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade tomato sauce

💰Cheaper: ketchup + vinegar

Homemade sauce can be lower in sugar and cost-effective.

various meats

🥗Healthier: tofu or tempeh

💰Cheaper: chicken

Tofu offers a plant-based option, while chicken is often less expensive than beef.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast is lower in fat and offers a cheesy flavor.

buns

🥗Healthier: lettuce wraps

💰Cheaper: store-brand buns

Lettuce wraps reduce carbs, while store-brand buns save money.

Prepare the grill or smoker for indirect heat.

Season the meats with spices and seasonings.

Place the meats on the grill or smoker and cook until tender, about 1-2 hours.

Chop the vegetables and set aside.

Mix the cooked meats and vegetables in a large bowl.

Add BBQ sauce to the meat and vegetable mixture, stirring to combine.

Toast the buns on the grill until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.

Assemble the BBQ by placing the meat mixture on the buns.

Top with cheese, pickles, onions, and coleslaw as desired.

Serve hot with sides like potato salad, beans, or corn.

Drizzle with hot sauce for added flavor if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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