Recipes - BarBeQue Spice Blend
First made available July 2012, the Barbecue Spice Blend includes sweet paprika, cumin, dry mustard, red pepper, ginger, sage, savory, cloves and cinnamon. You can use it to turn plain ketchup into in a barbecue basting sauce or use it as a rub on fish, lamb and pork. Adding it to white wine or vinegar will make a perfect barbeque marinade. Or blend with some oil to create a wet meat rub.
Barbeque Sauce #1
Combine 1 cup ketchup, 4 tsp. olive oil with 1 ½ Tbls. of Backyard Patch Barbeque Spice Blend then add 1 tsp. minced garlic.
Barbeque Sauce #2
Mix 1 cup ketchup, ¼ cup vinegar, ¼ cup honey, 1 Tbls. minced garlic, 1 Tbls. minced onion, 2 Tbls. Backyard Patch Barbeque Spice Blend, and 1 Tbls. ground mustard.
Citrus Barbeque Marinade
Add 2 Tbls Backyard Patch Barbeque Spice Blend to 2 Tbls. white wine, 2 Tbls olive oil, and 1/2 cup grape fruit juice and 1 cup orange juice.
Vinegar Barbeque Marinade
Add 2 Tbls. Backyard Patch Barbeque Spice Blend to ½ cup herbal or apple cider vinegar and ½ cup soy sauce with 2 to 3 Tbls. chopped onion.
To use as a dry rub – The best way to rub meat is to do so at least 30 to 60 minutes or overnight before you smoke or roast to allow the herbs and spices to impart their flavor. Smooth the rub over the top and bottom surfaces, then cook or roast as preferred.
To use as a wet rub – Combine 1 Tablespoon (or more) of the Backyard Patch Barbeque Spice Blend with enough oil to create a paste and spread over the surface of the meat or under the skin of poultry.
RECIPES
Barbeque Wings
Use the Citrus Marinade to create this recipe and you will love the way this blend mixes with citrus to tenderize the wings.
- 3 lbs. chicken wings
- salt & pepper
- 1 cup Citrus Barbeque Marinade
Place the chicken wings in a large bowl. Sprinkle generously with salt and pepper. Pour prepared marinade over the chicken, toss to coat thoroughly. Cover and marinade for 30 minutes at room temperature, or for 4 hours to overnight in the refrigerator. Be sure to remove the wings from the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking.
You can use an over boiler for this, but I also recommend grilling them wings. Preheat a charcoal grill until white ash covered the coals and the heat subsides to a moderately hot level.
Remove the chicken from the marinade, scraping off the excess and keeping it aside. Brush the grill with a bit of oil then place the chicken wings on the rack. Turn and baste with the reserved marinade until the juices run clear, about 12 minutes. If broiling, put the wings on a pan and place under the broiler 4 to 5 inches from the heat. Broil turning and basting with the sauce for 12 minutes until cooked.
Zippy Barbeque Sauce
My husband tried out the blend the first time I made it and crafted this sauce which has a bit of a bite in the aftertaste from concentration of the blend. It is great on shredded pork and on chicken.
- 2- 8 oz. cans Tomato Sauce
- ¼ cup vinegar
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 Tbls. minced garlic
- 1 Tbls. minced onion
- 2 Tbls ground mustard
- 3 Tbls. Backyard Patch Barbeque Spice
Blend together liquid ingredients, then add dry and whisk strongly to get it well mixed.
How it all started
I started growing herbs in 1994 because I wanted better tea—and healthier, more flavorful food for my family.
Along the way, I fell in love with everything about herbs: their scent, their texture, and the way they make simple things feel special.
Today, I use that passion to help you enjoy herbs easily. All of my teas and seasonings are salt-free, preservative-free, and full of real flavor—so you can feel good about every sip and sprinkle.
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Commonly asked Questions
FAQ
Do you use preservatives?
All of our blends are created with no preservatives, flavor enhancers or anti-clumping agents.
We grow our herbs organically, no chemical fertilizers, no pesticides and only organic methods. The herbs are grown in "hills" placed in rows. This allows us to walk among the plants but keep a high-quality soil and easy watering methods that makes plants drought resistant.
Are your items salt and gluten-free?
All our herb blends are crafted with no salt and no gluten. Our baking mixes will be clearly marked if they are gluten-free, but all will be low salt. However, since we make all the blends ourselves if you wish no salt in a baking mix (scones, breads, etc.) just ask and we will blend them without salt.
How and where do you ship?
Due to restrictions on plant materials, we only ship to the US or US territories. NO international orders are accepted. All items can be shipped either UPS or USPS depending on weight.
Where do your herbs come from?
We grow almost all of the herbs we use in our blends at our 3/4 acre herb garden. We have been growing herbs since 1994 and created our garden space in 2000 growing our herbs production style in hills and rows.
Can I request a custom blend or ingredient substitution?
Yes! We’re happy to tweak a blend for your dietary needs, allergy concerns, or flavor preferences. Just reach out and let us know what you need. We hand-blend everything to order, so your mix can be just right for you.
How should I store the herb blends to keep them fresh?
Keep your blends in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight—think pantry, not above the oven. Airtight containers work best. Stored properly, they’ll stay flavorful for up to 18 months (though we bet you’ll use them
faster!).
Are your herbs organic?
While we’re not certified organic, we grow all of our herbs using natural, sustainable methods—no chemicals, no sprays, no artificial anything. Everything is grown and harvested by hand, right in our ¾-acre garden.
Can I use your blends for more than one purpose?
Absolutely! Many of our seasoning blends work as rubs, dips, dressings, or marinades—and some teas can be used to make cocktails or mocktails. We even have a recipe library on the website to help spark ideas!