BJ Gourmet Garlic Signature Sauces
All Natural, Gluten Free & Vegan!
We have a whole new line of Signature Sauces (balsamic vinegars) to explore. All of our Balsamic Vinegars and Olive Oils are All Natural, Gluten Free and Vegan (Made with the REAL Stuff!)
- Black Garlic
- Caramelized Onion (white balsamic)
- Chocolate
- Garlic w/Cilantro (our original)
People often ask about our garlic infused balsamics and oils. Specifically, how would you use them? This page is dedicated to that question. Follow along as we show you how to use them.
Black Garlic Glazed Salmon
BJ Garlic Black Garlic Balsamic Glazed Salmon
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- In a small bowl, whisk together:
3 Tbsp BJ Black Garlic Balsamic, 2 Tbsp olive oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 Tbsp honey or maple syrup, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, ½ tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp black pepper, and ¼ tsp salt. - Place 4 salmon fillets on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Brush the glaze over each salmon fillet. Save a little glaze for the end.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- During the last 2 minutes, brush on the remaining glaze so it caramelizes.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 2 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or green onions.
- Serve with roasted vegetables, garlic mashed potatoes, rice, or a fresh salad.
Jalapeño Lime Chicken Tacos
Jalapeño Lime Chicken Tacos
- In a bowl, whisk together ½ cup BJ Jalapeño Lime White Balsamic Vinegar, ¼ cup olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp honey, 1 tsp chili powder, ½ tsp cumin, ½ tsp salt, and ¼ tsp black pepper.
- Place 1½ lbs boneless chicken breasts, cut into strips, in a zip-top bag or shallow dish.
- Pour marinade over the chicken. Seal or cover.
- Marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours.
- Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- Grill chicken for 6–7 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Let chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
- Warm tortillas and fill with chicken.
- Add toppings: shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, red onion, cabbage, cilantro, cotija cheese, lime wedges, sour cream, or avocado crema.
- Drizzle with extra Jalapeño Lime White Balsamic before serving.
Mango Habanero Glazed Chicken
Mango Habanero Glazed Chicken
- In a bowl, whisk together ½ cup BJ Mango Habanero White Balsamic Vinegar, ¼ cup olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 Tbsp honey, 1 Tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp grated ginger, ½ tsp salt, and ¼ tsp black pepper.
- Place 1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a zip-top bag or shallow dish.
- Pour the marinade over the chicken. Seal the bag or cover the dish.
- Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours.
- Preheat grill or skillet to medium-high heat.
- Remove chicken from marinade. Save the marinade.
- Cook chicken for 6–7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- While chicken cooks, pour reserved marinade into a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 5–7 minutes, until slightly thickened.
- Brush the glaze over the chicken during the last 2 minutes of cooking.
- Let chicken rest for 5 minutes.
- Slice, drizzle with extra glaze, and garnish with green onions, cilantro, lime wedges, or sesame seeds.
Lemon White Balsamic Chicken Panini
BJ Garlic Lemon White Balsamic Chicken Panini
A bright, savory panini packed with melted cheese, juicy chicken, and the fresh citrus flavor of BJ Garlic Lemon White Balsamic Vinegar.
Ingredients (Makes 4 Paninis)
Chicken Marinade
- ¼ cup BJ Garlic Lemon White Balsamic Vinegar
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
Sandwich
- 8 slices ciabatta, sourdough, or Italian bread
- 8 slices provolone cheese
- 1 tomato, sliced
- Fresh spinach or arugula
- 4–6 slices red onion
- 2 Tbsp mayonnaise or garlic aioli
- 1 Tbsp butter (for grilling)
Step-by-Step Directions
1. Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, whisk together:
- ¼ cup BJ Garlic Lemon White Balsamic
- olive oil
- minced garlic
- Italian seasoning
- salt
- pepper
Add chicken breasts and marinate for 30 minutes to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
2. Cook the Chicken
Heat a skillet or grill over medium-high heat.
Cook chicken for 5–7 minutes per side, until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice thin.
3. Prepare the Bread
Lightly butter one side of each bread slice.
Spread mayonnaise or garlic aioli on the inside.
4. Build the Panini
Layer:
- Provolone cheese
- Sliced chicken
- Tomato
- Red onion
- Spinach or arugula
- Another slice of provolone
Drizzle 1–2 teaspoons of BJ Garlic Lemon White Balsamic over the chicken for extra flavor.
Top with bread.
5. Grill the Panini
Place on a panini press or skillet over medium heat.
Cook 3–4 minutes per side until:
- Bread is golden brown
- Cheese is melted
- Sandwich is crispy
6. Serve
Slice in half and serve warm.
Great with:
- Pasta salad
- Chips
- Pickles
- Soup
- Fresh fruit
BJ Garlic Tip: Add a drizzle of BJ Garlic Fresh Garlic EVOO to the bread before grilling for even more flavor.
14 Recipes with Balsamic Vinegar.
Here is an article that gives you 14 ingenious ways to cook with balsamic vinegar
Italian Herb Balsamic Homemade Pizza.
Chocolate Balsamic Signature Sauce
Strawberries.
Fresh cut strawberries with some cream of choice to dip in this luscious deliciousness of chocolate bliss!!
Any type of fruit that goes well with chocolate would be good to use. You will just sub out the traditional chocolate for our balsamic. Make a nutritious choice and sub out the traditional chocolate covering or dipping sauce for our Chocolate Balsamic and be amazed!!
Black Garlic Balsamic Signature Sauce
Use while cooking to add flavor to meat, vegetables or rice.
Our Black Garlic balsamic vinegar goes really well on salads or with fresh vegetables, bread and cheese.
Here you have some bread of choice, butternut squash and goat cheese. Drizzle some of our Black Garlic balsamic over top and now you have a sweet treat!
Caramelized Onion Balsamic Signature Sauce
This white balsamic is light and sweet. It’s best used with fresh salads making a different option than all the other dark balsamics out there. It’s unique flavor of caramelized sweet onion is a must try for the balsamic connoisseur. If you are a big fan of balsamic vinegar, we highly recommend this one! The clean look of white balsamic yet robust flavor really tantilizes the senses!
Here you see the white balsamic being used in a fruit salad mix of nuts, apples, blue cheese and some greens. If you want to add a little sensory overload to your food game you must try our Caramelized Onion White Balsamic Vinegar!
Balsamic with Garlic & Cilantro Signature Sauce
This is our original balsamic that is well known for its robust flavor with garlic and cilantro. This is a dark balsamic and is a perfect ingredient for your next salad dressing. Pair it with Persian lime or citrus habanero for a vinaigrette with a kick. Or try drizzled over stuffed portabella mushrooms. A savory balsamic that is often described as aromatic and zesty with flavors of sage and citrus, balanced with a subtle garlic attitude.
Here you see the Garlic & Cilantro balsamic cooked in with mushrooms making it a great side kick to any main dish!
No High Fructose Corn Syrup, MSG or Fillers
Side Note: You will never find any high fructose corn syrup, no MSG or other unnatural fillers in any of our foods and sauces. Ever. Only the best ingredients on planet earth. All oils are lab-tested for purity upon receiving. Documents are available upon request. This includes all EVOO (extra virgin olive oils) We could not claim the name “gourmet” if it was otherwise compiled. Rest assured, there has been 20+ years of seeking out the highest quality oils for our loyal customers.