Bigfoot BBQ Sauce: Big Flavor from Wisconsin
There is just something about a good BBQ sauce that can take an ordinary meal and turn it into something everyone remembers. Whether you are grilling chicken, roasting pork, making burgers, or simply looking for something delicious to dip your food into, the right sauce can make all the difference.
Today on Momz Daily Scoops, I am talking about a Wisconsin company that puts plenty of personality and flavor into every bottle—Bigfoot BBQ Sauce, from Butternut, Wisconsin.
About Bigfoot BBQ Sauce
Bigfoot BBQ Sauce is a Wisconsin-based sauce. The company makes BBQ sauces that can be used in several different ways, including as a traditional BBQ sauce, a marinade, or a dipping sauce.
One thing I really like about the Bigfoot approach is that the sauces aren't limited to one use. You can brush them onto meat while it is cooking, use them as a finishing sauce, marinate meat before grilling, or put a bowl on the table for dipping.
Bigfoot also emphasizes its ingredient choices. Its sauces are described as being made without high-fructose corn syrup or corn syrup and are gluten-free, vegan, and organic.
The company currently offers Mild, Spicy, and Cranberry varieties, giving BBQ lovers the opportunity to choose a flavor based on how much heat or sweetness they want.
Bigfoot BBQ Sauce: More Than Just a BBQ Sauce
One of the things that makes a sauce fun to review is figuring out all the different ways you can use it.
Of course, you can put BBQ sauce on ribs, chicken, pulled pork, burgers, and steak. But don't stop there!
Try BBQ sauce as a dipping sauce for chicken tenders, drizzle it over roasted vegetables, use it as a glaze for meatloaf, or mix it into shredded pork for an easy sandwich filling.
The sauces also work especially well when you want to add another layer of flavor without having to make a complicated recipe from scratch.
Bigfoot Mild BBQ Sauce
The mild version is all about bringing BBQ flavor without overwhelming the food. I would describe this style of sauce as being ideal for people who want that classic BBQ experience while allowing the flavor of the meat to remain part of the meal.
The consistency of a BBQ sauce like this makes it useful as both a finishing sauce and a dipping sauce. Brush it onto meat toward the end of cooking so the sauce has time to caramelize, or simply serve it alongside the finished meal.
What to Pair with Bigfoot Mild BBQ Sauce
There are so many possibilities!
🍗 Chicken
Mild BBQ sauce is wonderful brushed onto grilled or baked chicken. Serve it with corn on the cob and a creamy potato salad for an easy BBQ dinner.
🍔 Burgers
Try it on a cheeseburger instead of traditional ketchup. Add crispy bacon, cheddar cheese, lettuce, and onion for a loaded BBQ burger.
🐖 Pulled Pork
This is a natural pairing. Toss shredded pork with Bigfoot Mild BBQ Sauce and pile it onto a toasted bun with coleslaw.
🍖 Ribs
Brush the sauce onto ribs during the final portion of cooking for a flavorful BBQ glaze.
🥔 Potatoes
Try it as a dipping sauce for potato wedges or roasted potatoes. The smoky BBQ flavor works especially well with crispy potatoes.
Bigfoot Cranberry BBQ Sauce
Now this is where things get especially interesting!
The Bigfoot Cranberry BBQ Sauce brings a fruit-inspired twist to traditional BBQ sauce. Instead of thinking of cranberry as something that only belongs on the Thanksgiving table, think about how beautifully its sweet-tart character can work with savory foods.
Cranberry and pork are a particularly natural combination. The fruitiness can complement the richness of pork and gives you something different from the usual sweet or smoky BBQ glaze.
What to Pair with Bigfoot Cranberry BBQ Sauce
🐖 Pork Tenderloin
This is one of my favorite ways to use a cranberry BBQ sauce. The tender pork provides a mild, savory base while the cranberry BBQ sauce adds a sweet and tangy finishing touch.
🍗 Chicken
Brush it onto roasted chicken during the last few minutes of cooking. It would also make a fantastic dipping sauce for chicken tenders.
🦃 Turkey
Don't save cranberry flavors for Thanksgiving! Cranberry BBQ sauce would be delicious with turkey sandwiches or as a glaze for roasted turkey breast.
🧀 Cheese
Try a small amount alongside a cheese board. Sharp cheddar, smoked cheese, or creamy cheeses can provide a nice contrast to the fruit-forward BBQ flavor.
🥓 Bacon
Sweet, tart cranberry and salty bacon make a wonderful combination. Try using the sauce on a bacon-topped burger or a grilled chicken sandwich.
Bigfoot Cranberry BBQ Pork Tenderloin
If you want a recipe that really lets the cranberry BBQ sauce shine, try this easy pork tenderloin.
Ingredients
1½ pounds pork tenderloin
¾ cup Bigfoot Cranberry BBQ Sauce
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Optional Garnish
Fresh cranberries
Chopped fresh parsley
Thinly sliced green onions
Directions
1. Prepare the Marinade
In a bowl, combine ¼ cup of the Bigfoot Cranberry BBQ Sauce, olive oil, garlic, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, honey, and apple cider vinegar.
Whisk everything together.
2. Marinate the Pork
Place the pork tenderloin in a large resealable bag or shallow dish.
Pour the marinade over the pork, making sure it is coated on all sides.
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for even more flavor.
3. Sear the Pork
Remove the pork from the marinade and discard the used marinade.
Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and add a small amount of oil.
Sear the pork tenderloin for about 2–3 minutes per side, turning it until all sides are nicely browned.
4. Add the Cranberry BBQ Sauce
Brush the pork generously with another layer of Bigfoot Cranberry BBQ Sauce.
Transfer the skillet to a preheated 400°F oven.
Roast until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F at the thickest part.
Brush with another layer of sauce during the last few minutes of cooking.
5. Rest and Slice
Remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for about 5–10 minutes before slicing.
Cut the tenderloin into medallions and spoon a little extra cranberry BBQ sauce over the top.
Garnish with parsley, green onions, or a few fresh cranberries if desired.
What to Serve with Cranberry BBQ Pork Tenderloin
I would serve this with:
Garlic mashed potatoes
Roasted Brussels sprouts
Sweet potatoes
Green beans
Apple slaw
Roasted carrots
A simple garden salad
For a beautiful fall-inspired dinner, serve the pork with mashed sweet potatoes and roasted Brussels sprouts. The combination of savory pork, sweet potatoes, vegetables, and fruity BBQ sauce would make a wonderful family meal.
My Momz Daily Scoops Take
What I like about Bigfoot BBQ Sauce is the versatility. These aren't sauces that have to sit in the refrigerator waiting for your next backyard BBQ.
You can use them on chicken, pork, burgers, ribs, sandwiches, and so much more. The Mild variety is a good choice when you want traditional BBQ flavor without a lot of heat, while the Cranberry variety gives you a completely different direction with its fruit-inspired BBQ flavor.
And for me, that is what makes a sauce fun—when one bottle gives you enough possibilities to start creating your own recipes.
Bigfoot BBQ Sauce may come from little Butternut, Wisconsin, but these sauces are ready to bring some big flavor to your kitchen!
If you love experimenting with sauces and finding new ways to dress up your favorite meats, Bigfoot BBQ Sauce is definitely a brand worth putting on your BBQ list.
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