Top Summer BBQ Recipes Seasoned with Kalmes

Fire Up the Grill — Kalmes Style

Summer is here, and that means one thing: grilling season. Whether you're hosting a backyard cookout or a quiet family dinner, Kalmes Famous 2-in-1 Seasoning & Tenderizer is your secret weapon for bold, juicy flavor every time. Rooted in St. Donatus, Iowa, it's the same legendary formula our family has been proud to share for generations.

Recipe 1: Classic Kalmes Grilled Ribeye

Ingredients:

• 2 ribeye steaks (1-inch thick)
• 2 tbsp Kalmes Famous 2-in-1 Seasoning & Tenderizer
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Fresh rosemary (optional)

Instructions:

1. Pat steaks dry and rub generously with Kalmes Seasoning on both sides.
2. Let rest at room temperature for 30 minutes to allow the tenderizer to work.
3. Brush grill grates with oil and preheat to high heat.
4. Grill 4–5 minutes per side for medium-rare. Rest 5 minutes before serving.

Recipe 2: Kalmes Grilled Chicken Thighs

Ingredients:

• 6 bone-in chicken thighs
• 2 tbsp Kalmes Famous 2-in-1 Seasoning & Tenderizer
• 2 tbsp butter, melted
• Juice of 1 lemon

Instructions:

1. Coat chicken thighs with melted butter, then season liberally with Kalmes Seasoning.
2. Marinate for at least 1 hour (overnight is even better).
3. Grill over medium heat, skin-side down, for 8–10 minutes. Flip and cook another 8–10 minutes until internal temp reaches 165°F.
4. Squeeze fresh lemon over the top before serving.

Recipe 3: Kalmes Grilled Pork Chops

Ingredients:

• 4 bone-in pork chops
• 2 tbsp Kalmes Famous 2-in-1 Seasoning & Tenderizer
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp garlic powder

Instructions:

1. Mix Kalmes Seasoning, brown sugar, and garlic powder. Rub all over pork chops.
2. Let sit 20–30 minutes before grilling.
3. Grill over medium-high heat, 5–6 minutes per side, until internal temp reaches 145°F.
4. Rest 3 minutes before serving.

Pro Grilling Tips

• Always let meat rest after grilling — it keeps the juices in.
• Don’t skip the tenderizer step — Kalmes works best when given time to penetrate the meat.
• Less is more on the grill — flip once for the best sear.

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