Dressing a well-grilled sirloin can be tougher than expected. It's a matter of keeping flavors subtle enough to let the meat shine through, but rich enough to bring out the beef. ...get the recipe
Fun Food Holidays™
July 4th, 2025 is National Barbecue Day

Barbecue evokes a passion in Americans that make this the perfect lead-in to Fourth of July holiday. Many people confuse barbecue (indirect heat) with grilling (direct heat), however.
And then there's the spelling. From the Caribbean word 'barbacoa,' you'll find recipes right here on CDK that refer to it as barbecue, barbeque, BBQ, and even Bar-B-Que. Whatever your choice, check out what CDK has to offer by way of culinary fireworks, barbecue-style!
Recipes to celebrate National Barbecue Day
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Grilled Jalapeno Turkey BurgersServes/Makes 4 / Ready In: < 30 minutes
Jalapenos and green onions mixed into these turkey burgers gives a pop of flavor in every bite. A creamy topping for a "jalapeno popper" effect is a great choice to seal the deal. ...get the recipe
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Grilled Steak Caesar SaladServes/Makes 4 / Ready In: < 30 minutes
If you want to turn a side Caesar into a full-out lunch or dinner, adding grilled steak slices is a power move. Meaty sirloin works beautifully with the creamy dressing and nutty parmesan. ...get the recipe
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Grilled Asian Shrimp With Tamari Salad And Shrimp NoodlesServes/Makes 4 / Ready In: 30-60 minutes
Three great recipes in one. Wonderfully flavorful shrimp, marinated and skewered, team up with a tangy cabbage salad, and spiced noodles for a plate full of harmonious flavors. ...get the recipe
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Smokin Succulent Grilled Pork ChopsServes/Makes 8 / Ready In: < 30 minutes
These grilled chops are all about the chipotle-mayo sauce. It serves double duty as dipping sauce and basting sauce to brush on the pork while you're grilling. ...get the recipe
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Grilled Chipotle Orange ChickenServes/Makes 8 / Ready In: < 30 minutes
A chipotle orange juice marinade gives grilled chicken loads of character with minimal effort on your part. ...get the recipe
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Grilled SalmonServes/Makes 4 / Ready In: < 30 minutes
Pre-mixed seafood rubs make grilling up fantastic fillets such a breeze. Serve your salmon with a side of grilled veggies, over top of a summery salad, or with some creamy risotto. ...get the recipe
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Indonesian Grilled Chicken BreastsServes/Makes 4 / Ready In: 1-2 hrs
Made with Chinese chili garlic paste, peanut butter, plum sauce, sesame oil, boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, chicken tenders, white wine, brown sugar or honey, garlic, hoisin sauce ...get the recipe
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Grilled Corn With Chipotle ButterServes/Makes 6 / Ready In: < 30 minutes
Chipotle and lime kick up the flavors in this grilled corn on the cob recipe. Ready in under 30 minutes too! ...get the recipe
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Whole Grilled Bass with Fennel and Orange Basil VinaigretteServes/Makes 4 / Ready In: < 30 minutes
Whole fish grilled with unmistakably fresh ingredients like lemons, fennel, and fresh thyme, topped with a simple, no-frills vinaigrette. The simple life is the good life. ...get the recipe
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Grilled Flanken Short Ribs in Lettuce CupsServes/Makes 4 / Ready In: 30-60 minutes
These beef short ribs get treated to a sweet ginger-soy marinade before they're tossed on the grill, mixed with rice, and added in a lettuce cup. ...get the recipe
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Grilled Lamb with Garlic Mint SauceServes/Makes 8 / Ready In: > 5 hrs
Winner winner lamb dinner. Fresh herbs really make this dish shine, between rosemary and thyme in the lamb marinade and chopped mint in the sauce. ...get the recipe
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