Barbecue is a rich part of American culinary tradition. The familiar flavors of smoke and spices elicit memories of nostalgic backyard barbecues shared with family and friends. Across the country, barbecue is rooted in tradition and regional pride, and for many, barbecue tastes like home.
With reverence for this classic blend, we believe that selecting the perfect balance of spices is an art form, and one that demands high quality ingredients and an expert touch.
When we developed our PSC Barbecue Spice Blend, we set out to create a seasoning that would perfectly complement the natural flavors and textures of meat, but our vision was also to push this blend beyond its traditional applications. We are pleased to share that our blend is not only an ideal seasoning for meats, it is also designed to bring the mouth-watering flavors of barbecue to plant-based foods and meat alternatives.
Read on to learn more about the composition, flavor, and versatility of PSC Barbecue Spice Blend, and skip to the end to try our special, Vegetarian BBQ Chili recipe.
Flavor + Composition
Our PSC Barbecue Spice Blend is made of a carefully blended mix of spices. This blend features the flavors of savory garlic and onion, bold black pepper, warm cumin, and a fiery hint of cayenne pepper. Made with only the highest quality spices, our PSC Barbecue Spice Blend makes it easy to add the complex, crave worthy flavor of barbecue to anything!
Uses
The flavor composition of this blend makes it ideal for a wide range of culinary applications. It was designed to be versatile and particularly effective in adding depth to vegetarian recipes.
When it comes to our PSC Barbecue Spice Blend, we encourage you to experiment with it. Add instant flavor to tofu scrambles and macaroni and cheese, stir it into pasta sauce and salad dressings, or sprinkle it over roasted veggies and popcorn! And of course we encourage you to try it as a dry or wet rub for barbecued meats like chicken and steak.
For inspiration in the kitchen, scroll for our Vegetarian BBQ Chili recipe!
PSC Barbecue Spice Blend at IFT FIRST
As an exhibitor at IFT FIRST Annual Event and Expo, we are excited to provide attendees with a special tasting experience of our PSC Barbecue Spice Blend. This Vegetarian BBQ Chili recipe not only demonstrates this blend’s versatility, it also appeals to global trends toward healthier, sustainable eating.
Make sure to stop by Booth #525 (South Hall) for a free sample of our Vegetarian BBQ Chili!
PSC Vegetarian Barbecue Chili
Ingredients
1 yellow onion
1 garlic, whole
2 celery stalks
1 red bell pepper
10-12 white mushrooms
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp PSC Barbecue Spice Blend
1 tsp PSC Ancho Chili Powder
½ tsp PSC Chipotle Chili Powder
1 tbsp tomato paste
1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
2 cups vegetable broth
2 cups dried lentils
1 can (15-16 oz) black beans
1 can (15-16 oz) kidney beans
Steps
1. Peel and mince the onion and garlic.
2. Wash and mince the celery, bell pepper, and mushrooms.
3. Place a large pot on the stove and add olive oil. Heat over medium high for 1 -2 minutes.
4. Add onion and garlic and saute until the onions turn translucent with a bit of browning (about 8-10 minutes)
5. Add the celery, bell pepper, and mushrooms. Stir, and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
6. Add PSC Barbecue Spice Blend, PSC Ancho Chili Powder, and PSC Chipotle Chili Powder. 7. Add tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, and vegetable broth. Stir, and bring to a boil, then set to medium low heat to let it simmer.
8. Add lentils and simmer for 20 minutes or until softened.
9. Once the lentils are softened, add black beans and kidney beans. Stir and bring to a boil, then set to medium low heat and cover the pot to simmer for 20 minutes.
10. Add additional PSC Barbecue Spice Blend to taste.
Spice Blends At PSC
At PSC, we pride ourselves in our wide selection of spices and products. We have 3 in-house BBQ Rubs, and we love to work on custom blends. If you’re ready to invent the next line of spices, or bring your signature barbecue blend to life, we would love to help!
If you’d like to dive more into the rich tradition of barbecue, we know you’ll enjoy our blog, “The Secret to Barbecue Rubs”