28 Flavorful Black Friday BBQ Recipes to Fire Up the Grill

Black Friday isn't just about snagging the best deals at the crack of dawn—it's also a fantastic opportunity to gather friends and family for a hearty BBQ. This year, I'm skipping the crowded malls and heading straight to my backyard to fire up the grill.

Whether you're a BBQ novice or a seasoned pitmaster, I've rounded up 28 flavorful Black Friday BBQ recipes to fire up the grill and make the most of this festive day.

From smoky ribs to zesty chicken wings, there's something here to tantalize every taste bud and make your Black Friday celebrations as memorable as your best shopping haul.

1. Classic BBQ Ribs

Nothing screams BBQ like a rack of beautifully smoked ribs.

Ingredients:

• 2 racks of pork ribs
• 1/4 cup paprika
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup BBQ sauce

Instructions:

1. Preheat your grill to 250°F.
2. Mix all dry ingredients to create a rub.
3. Apply the rub generously onto the ribs.
4. Place ribs on the grill, bone side down, and cook for 3-4 hours.
5. Brush with BBQ sauce during the last 30 minutes.

2. Spicy Grilled Chicken Wings

Perfect for those who love a kick in their BBQ.

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds chicken wings
• 1/4 cup hot sauce
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions:

1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
2. Combine hot sauce, olive oil, and spices in a bowl.
3. Toss chicken wings in the marinade until well coated.
4. Grill wings for about 10-12 minutes per side, until crispy and cooked through.

3. Honey Mustard Grilled Pork Chops

A delightful sweet and tangy option for your BBQ festivities.

Ingredients:

• 4 pork chops
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat the grill to medium heat.
2. Whisk together honey, mustard, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
3. Marinate pork chops in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
4. Grill chops for approximately 6-7 minutes per side, until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F.

4. Zesty Grilled Shrimp Skewers

These finger-licking skewers will be a hit with your guests.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• Zest and juice of 1 lemon
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes.
2. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
3. In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon zest and juice, garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper.
4. Toss the shrimp in the marinade until well coated.
5. Thread shrimp onto skewers and grill for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque.

5. Smoky BBQ Baked Beans

This classic side dish is a must-have for any BBQ gathering.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups canned baked beans
• 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup chopped bacon
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Instructions:

1. Preheat the grill to medium heat.
2. In a cast-iron skillet, combine all ingredients.
3. Place the skillet on the grill and cook, stirring occasionally, for 20-30 minutes until the mixture is bubbly and thickened.

6. Grilled Corn on the Cob with Herb Butter

A simple yet satisfying side that complements any BBQ spread.

Ingredients:

• 6 ears of corn, husked
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs (parsley, chives, and dill)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
2. Mix softened butter with chopped herbs, salt, and pepper.
3. Brush corn with herb butter and wrap each ear in aluminum foil.
4. Grill corn for about 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally.

7. BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches

These are sure to be a crowd favorite with their savory, melt-in-your-mouth goodness.

Ingredients:

• 3-4 pounds pork shoulder
• 1 cup BBQ sauce
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Burger buns

Instructions:

1. Preheat grill to 225°F.
2. Rub pork shoulder with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Place pork shoulder on the grill and cook for 6-8 hours, until the meat is tender and easy to shred.
4. Mix BBQ sauce, vinegar, and brown sugar in a bowl.
5. Shred the cooked pork and toss it in the sauce mixture.
6. Serve on burger buns.

8. Grilled Pineapple Teriyaki Burgers

Take your burger game up a notch with these tropical delights.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground beef
• 4 slices pineapple
• 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
• 4 burger buns
• Lettuce, for topping
• Tomato slices, for topping

Instructions:

1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2. Form ground beef into 4 patties and brush with teriyaki sauce.
3. Grill patties for 5-6 minutes per side, until desired doneness.
4. Grill pineapple slices for 1-2 minutes per side.
5. Assemble burgers with lettuce, tomato, grilled pineapple, and burger buns.

9. Sweet and Smoky BBQ Chicken Thighs

Juicy chicken thighs slathered in a homemade BBQ sauce are always a hit.

Ingredients:

• 6 chicken thighs, bone-in, skin-on
• 1 cup BBQ sauce
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat grill to medium heat.
2. Season chicken thighs with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Combine BBQ sauce and honey in a saucepan and warm over low heat.
4. Grill chicken thighs for 6-7 minutes per side, brushing with BBQ honey sauce during the last few minutes of cooking.

10. Grilled Portobello Mushrooms

A fantastic vegetarian option that’s packed with flavor.

Ingredients:

• 4 large Portobello mushrooms
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat grill to medium heat.
2. Mix balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
3. Marinate mushrooms in the mixture for 15-20 minutes.
4. Grill mushrooms for 5-7 minutes per side.

11. BBQ Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus

Wrap up some asparagus in crispy bacon for a mouthwatering side dish.

Ingredients:

• 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
• 1 pound bacon
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2. Wrap each asparagus spear with a slice of bacon.
3. Lightly brush with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
4. Grill for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until bacon is crispy.

12. Blackened Cajun Salmon

A spicy and flavorful fish option for your BBQ spread.

Ingredients:

• 4 salmon fillets
• 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions:

1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2. Rub salmon fillets with olive oil and Cajun seasoning.
3. Grill salmon for 4-5 minutes per side, until cooked through.
4. Serve with lemon wedges.

13. BBQ Beef Brisket

Get ready for a mouthwateringly tender and smoky BBQ classic.

Ingredients:

• 5 pounds beef brisket
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons paprika
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup BBQ sauce

Instructions:

1. Preheat grill to 225°F.
2. Mix together brown sugar, paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Rub the brisket with the spice mixture.
4. Place brisket on the grill and cook for 10-12 hours, until tender.
5. Brush with BBQ sauce during the last hour of cooking.

14. Grilled Vegetable Skewers

Easy and healthy, these skewers are a colorful addition to any BBQ.

Ingredients:

• 1 zucchini, sliced
• 1 yellow squash, sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 red onion, chopped
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2. Alternate vegetables on skewers.
3. Brush with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
4. Grill skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally.

15. Grilled BBQ Meatloaf

Give traditional meatloaf a BBQ twist with this outdoor version.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup BBQ sauce, divided
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2. Mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, 1/4 cup BBQ sauce, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
3. Form into a loaf shape and place on aluminum foil.
4. Grill meatloaf for 25-30 minutes, brushing with remaining BBQ sauce, until cooked through.

16. BBQ Glazed Turkey Legs

Bring a fairground favorite to your backyard BBQ.

Ingredients:

• 4 turkey legs
• 1 cup BBQ sauce
• 1/4 cup honey
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat grill to medium heat.
2. Season turkey legs with salt and pepper.
3. Combine BBQ sauce, honey, and garlic in a saucepan and warm over low heat.
4. Grill turkey legs for 15-20 minutes, brushing with BBQ honey sauce, until cooked through.

17. Grilled Lemon Pepper Tilapia

This light and zesty fish dish will be a fresh take on BBQ.

Ingredients:

• 4 tilapia fillets
• Juice and zest of 1 lemon
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2. Brush tilapia fillets with olive oil and season with lemon juice, zest, black pepper, and salt.
3. Grill the tilapia for 3-4 minutes per side, until opaque and flaky.

18. BBQ Stuffed Bell Peppers

A filling and delicious side or main dish.

Ingredients:

• 4 bell peppers, tops cut off and seeds removed
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1/2 cup rice, cooked
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup BBQ sauce
• 1 small onion, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat grill to medium heat.
2. Cook the ground beef and onion until browned; mix with rice, cheese, BBQ sauce, salt, and pepper.
3. Stuff the mixture into the bell peppers.
4. Place stuffed peppers on the grill and cook for 25-30 minutes.

19. Grilled BBQ Pineapple

Sweet, caramelized pineapple makes a perfect side or dessert.

Ingredients:

• 1 pineapple, peeled, cored, and sliced
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup melted butter

Instructions:

1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2. Mix brown sugar and melted butter.
3. Brush pineapple slices with the mixture.
4. Grill for 3-4 minutes per side, until caramelized.

20. Smoky BBQ Nachos

A fun and shareable entrée or appetizer for your BBQ party.

Ingredients:

• Tortilla chips
• 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey jack)
• 1 cup cooked BBQ pulled pork or chicken
• 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
• 1/4 cup sliced jalapenos
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions:

1. Preheat grill to medium heat.
2. Spread tortilla chips on a grill-safe tray.
3. Top with shredded cheese, BBQ pulled pork or chicken, BBQ sauce, and jalapenos.
4. Grill until cheese is melted, about 5-10 minutes.
5. Garnish with chopped cilantro.

21. Grilled BBQ Chicken Pizza

A backyard twist on a favorite dish that’s sure to please.

Ingredients:

• 1 premade pizza crust
• 1 cup cooked shredded chicken
• 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Preheat grill to medium heat.
2. Spread BBQ sauce on the pizza crust.
3. Top with shredded chicken, cheese, and red onion.
4. Place pizza on the grill and cook for 8-10 minutes, until cheese is melted and crust is crispy.
5. Garnish with fresh cilantro.

22. Grilled Fruit Salad

A refreshing and unique option that balances out the savory BBQ dishes.

Ingredients:

• 1 peach, sliced
• 1 plum, sliced
• 1 cup pineapple chunks
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions:

1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2. Mix honey and cinnamon.
3. Brush fruit slices with the honey mixture.
4. Grill fruit for 2-3 minutes per side, until grill marks appear.

23. BBQ Cheddar Jalapeno Burgers

This burger brings the heat and the flavor.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 jalapenos, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup BBQ sauce
• Burger buns

Instructions:

1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2. Mix ground beef, cheddar cheese, and jalapenos.
3. Form into patties and brush with BBQ sauce.
4. Grill for 5-6 minutes per side, until desired doneness.
5. Serve on burger buns.

24. Grilled BBQ Tofu Steaks

A great vegetarian BBQ option that even meat-eaters will enjoy.

Ingredients:

• 1 block extra-firm tofu, sliced into steaks
• 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat grill to medium heat.
2. Brush tofu steaks with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
3. Grill for 4-5 minutes per side.
4. Brush with BBQ sauce and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes per side.

25. Grilled BBQ Shrimp Tacos

Light, flavorful, and easy to make, these tacos are a BBQ winner.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/4 cup BBQ sauce
• 8 small tortillas
• 1/4 red cabbage, thinly sliced
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2. Toss shrimp in BBQ sauce.
3. Grill shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side.
4. Serve on tortillas with red cabbage and cilantro.

26. BBQ Pulled Jackfruit Sandwiches

A savory and satisfying vegan alternative to pulled pork.

Ingredients:

• 2 cans young green jackfruit, drained
• 1 cup BBQ sauce
• 1 small onion, chopped
• Burger buns

Instructions:

1. Preheat grill to medium heat.
2. Sauté onions until translucent; add jackfruit and BBQ sauce.
3. Cook for 20 minutes, shredding jackfruit with a fork as it cooks.
4. Grill burger buns for 1-2 minutes.
5. Serve BBQ jackfruit on buns.

27. Grilled BBQ Stuffed Jalapenos

Spicy, cheesy, and smoky—these are a perfect BBQ appetizer.

Ingredients:

• 10 jalapenos, halved and seeds removed
• 1 cup cream cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup BBQ sauce

Instructions:

1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2. Mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and BBQ sauce.
3. Stuff jalapenos with the cheese mixture.
4. Grill for 6-8 minutes, until jalapenos are tender and cheese is melted.

28. Grilled Peaches with Vanilla Ice Cream

End your BBQ on a sweet note with this simple dessert.

Ingredients:

• 4 peaches, halved and pitted
• 1/4 cup honey
• Vanilla ice cream

Instructions:

1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2. Brush peach halves with honey.
3. Grill for 2-3 minutes per side.
4. Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Conclusion

So, there you have it—28 mouthwatering recipes to make your Black Friday BBQ unforgettable. Whether you’re grilling for a crowd or just for yourself, these dishes are sure to impress. Time to fire up the grill and enjoy!