{"id":1018,"date":"2026-06-27T10:14:12","date_gmt":"2026-06-27T10:14:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dragonfirekitchen.co.uk\/?p=1018"},"modified":"2026-07-18T10:19:49","modified_gmt":"2026-07-18T10:19:49","slug":"dragonfire-bbq-marinade","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dragonfirekitchen.co.uk\/?p=1018","title":{"rendered":"DragonFire BBQ Marinade"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-group dfks-layout dfks-layout-applied dfks-layout-spice_market is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group dfks-post-body is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udd25 DragonFire BBQ Marinade<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Category:<\/strong> Marinades<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Description<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bold, smoky and packed with rich barbecue flavour, DragonFire BBQ Marinade is designed to tenderise meat while creating a beautifully caramelised finish. Perfect for ribs, chicken, pork and burgers, this versatile marinade brings the taste of slow-smoked barbecue to your kitchen or grill.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why You&#8217;ll Love This<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sweet, smoky and savoury<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Perfect for BBQs and grilling<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Helps tenderise meat<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Creates a rich caramelised glaze<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Easy to prepare<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Prep Time<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">10 Minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marinating Time<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">4\u201324 Hours<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Makes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Approximately 350ml<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>100ml tomato ketchup<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>60ml olive oil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>50ml Worcestershire sauce<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tbsp apple cider vinegar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tbsp dark brown sugar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tbsp Dijon mustard<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tsp smoked paprika<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tsp garlic powder<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tsp onion powder<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tsp cracked black pepper<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd tsp chilli powder<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd tsp fine sea salt<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Method<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Add all the ingredients to a large mixing bowl.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Whisk until the sugar has dissolved and the marinade is smooth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pour over your chosen meat in a sealable bag or shallow dish.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remove the meat 30 minutes before cooking and shake off any excess marinade.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Use<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pork ribs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chicken wings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chicken thighs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pork shoulder<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Burgers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pork chops<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Adventurer&#8217;s Notes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When the DragonFire pits burn low and the smoke fills the air, this is the marinade the pitmasters reach for. Sweetness, smoke and savoury depth work together to build flavour from the inside out, while the sugars help create a rich, sticky glaze that&#8217;s impossible to resist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Storage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to <strong>5 days<\/strong>. Discard any marinade that has been used with raw meat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Merchant&#8217;s Tip<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the best barbecue finish, reserve a small amount of unused marinade before adding the meat. Brush it over during the final few minutes of cooking to build layers of sticky, smoky flavour without cross-contamination.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<!-- DFK CONTEXTUAL LINKS -->\n<h2>More from the Merchant<\/h2><p>Compare another marinade or carry these flavours into a complete Dragon Clan feast.<\/p><ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/dragonfirekitchen.co.uk\/?p=1016\">Citrus Herb Chicken Marinade<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/dragonfirekitchen.co.uk\/?p=1014\">Tavern Steak Marinade<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/dragonfirekitchen.co.uk\/?p=1604\">Obsidian Mesa Mole Turkey<\/a> \u2014 try this flavour at a full feast<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/dragonfirekitchen.co.uk\/?p=1605\">Copper Bazaar Cheese Khachapuri<\/a> \u2014 another route from merchant to table<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/dragonfirekitchen.co.uk\/?page_id=599\">Return to The Spice Merchant<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n<!-- \/DFK CONTEXTUAL LINKS -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bold, smoky and packed with rich barbecue flavour, DragonFire BBQ Marinade is designed to tenderise meat while creating a beautifully caramelised finish. 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