Barbecue season is here, and it's time to help your customers elevate their grilling game to new heights! Whether you're serving a seasoned grill master or someone just starting out, these top tips will help them create mouth-watering and unforgettable BBQ dishes. But first, you’ll need to make sure that you’re supplying your customers with the most succulent and finely prepared meat products, and the only way to do this is by using the very best butchers equipment.

We can help you with that - from butchers knives to meat band saws and everything in between, we’re your one-stop shop for all your butchering needs. So, let’s get into the most delicious methods of elevating a barbecue.

Quality ingredients

The foundation of a great BBQ is high-quality ingredients. So, if you’re able to stock your shelves with the freshest locally sourced meats, poultry, and seafood, then you’ll have a real leg up on your competition. Fresh spices, marbling in beef cuts and vibrant produce are all eye-catching features that can easily draw in your customers, so try creating your own colourful spice mixes to catch the eye of your customers. For that full-bodied BBQ taste, use paprika as the base of your spice mix.

Consider adding marinades and rubs

Marinades and rubs are the secret to infusing your produce with incredible flavours. Experiment with different combinations of herbs, spices, oils, and acids like citrus or vinegar to create some truly memorable flavour infusions. For the best results, let the meat marinate for a few hours or overnight to allow the flavours to penetrate deeply. Regardless of what meats you choose to serve during BBQ season, marinades and rubs are a great way of elevating the flavours of your produce to the next level.

Cooking tips to give your customers

Elevating the flavours of the produce you supply to your customers is one of the ways you can encourage them to take their BBQ to the next level, but there are also plenty of cooking tips you can pass on to your customers to help them.

Temperature control - controlling the temperature of your grill is crucial for perfectly cooked BBQ, so advise your customers to use a combination of direct and indirect heat zones for different cuts of meat. Remember, slow and steady wins the race when it comes to low and slow cooking.

Smoke for depth - different woods like hickory, mesquite, or fruitwoods are all brilliant for imparting unique flavours, all of which are delicious in their own right. If your customers are interested in using wood to add flavours, advise them to soak the wood in water before use, then place it directly on the charcoal or in a smoker box for gas grills.

Searing and caramelisation - to achieve the perfect sear, advise your customers to preheat the grill to high heat and sear the meat for a short period on each side. This technique locks in the juices and enhances the visual appeal of their BBQ creations.

With these top tips, your customers can take their barbecue creations to delicious new heights. They won’t be disappointed by the results. The same can also be said of you when it comes to our wide range of butchers equipment - for over 30 years, we’ve supplied tried and tested, five-star-rated brands to our clients. With our extensive range of butchers machinery, accessories, and knives, we know our butchers equipment inside out. Give us a call on 01254 427721 and we’ll be happy to answer any questions you may have!