Please note that these sauces and rubs do not contain any added colors or dyes. Because of this, there may be subtle color differences from one batch to the next. Further, they do not contain flavor enhancers such as MSG. Finally, they do not contain preservatives -- they should be refrigerated after opening.

SAUCES

Big Chief - This is the sauce that won First Place, and Grand Champion, in the 2002 Scovies Amateur Division. It is a combination of catsup, mustard, Balsamic vinegar and brown sugar, with assorted herbs and spices. Big Chief is a good all-around finishing sauce, equally at home on beef, pork and chicken. It is an excellent addition to any sandwich. Because it is a finishing sauce, it should only be put on during the last 10 to 15 minutes of cooking, and served alongside the meat.

CrossRoads - This is Ken's version of Indonesian sate (barbecue) sauce. It contains peanut butter, coconut milk, cane vinegar, and brown sugar, with assorted spices from around the world. Please note - this sauce contains peanuts; if you or your guests are allergic to peanuts or peanut butter, this is not a good choice. CrossRoads is an excellent finishing sauce for pork, chicken or fish, especially kabobs. Apply only during the last 5 to 10 minutes of grilling. Also good diluted with sake or sherry, as a stir-fry sauce.

Happy Pappy - A North Carolina style sauce with cider vinegar tang, mellow herbs and a touch of heat.

RUBS

Gilded Splinters - This rub took second place in the Miscellaneous Category, 2002 Scovies Amateur Division. At that, it was the highest pointed rub, losing the category to hot pepper jelly. It combines brown sugar, black pepper, salt, garlic powder, paprika and cayenne, with other assorted spices. Sprinkle a light coating on pork, beef, or chicken before barbecuing. If the meat is marinated or brined, apply the rub after the meat has been drained and patted dry.

EZ Life - This rub doubles as a table condiment, and makes an excellent finishing touch to vegetables and pizza. It combines salt, black pepper, brown sugar, and chipotle (chile) powder, with spices from Eurasia and the Middle East. For beef and pork, sprinkle EZ Life on at least 8 hours prior to cooking. Chicken or turkey should be sprinkled 3 to 4 hours; fish should only be sprinkled 1 hour (I usually add a pinch of grated orange zest when I use EZ Life on fish filets). As a table condiment, EZ Life makes a delightful topping for eggs, potatoes and other offerings.

Wicked Grin - Sweet elderberries and spicy chili - what chicken crows about!

Red Rooster - Tart and sweet - just right for chicken and fish.

Please contact Ken Stone directly to obtain rubs and sauces on this page.

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