Diablo Limonajo (aka Spicy Lemon Garlic) fuses Midwestern BBQ sweetness with Hispanic flair from lemon, garlic, cayenne and hatch chiles. It is thick, bold, and versatile on shrimp, poultry, pork, fruits, vegetables, and cocktails.
Flavor profile
Ingredients
Water, Sugar, Brown Sugar, Garlic Paste, Distilled Vinegar, Hatch Chile, Garlic Powder, Salt, Lemon Juice (From Concentrate), Spices (Including Onion & Garlic Powder, Celery Seed, Mustard Seed), Natural Flavor, Tamari Soy Sauce (Water, Soybeans, Salt, Sugar), Raisin Paste, Lemon Oil. Contains: Soy.
Nutrition
| Per serving | Per 100 g | |
|---|---|---|
| Serving size | 2 Tbsp (36g) | 100 g |
| Calories | 90 | 250 |
| Sodium (mg) | 520 | 1444 |
| Total carbs (g) | 18 | 50 |
| Total sugars (g) | 16 | 44.4 |
From around the web
What reviewers say
The two available editorial reviews describe Rufus Teague Diablo Limonajo as a bold, unique fusion of Midwest BBQ sweetness with Hispanic-inspired lemon, garlic, and pepper heat. Reviewers note its in-your-face flavors of garlic, lemon, and cayenne that stand out from standard sauces and work especially well on hearty meats. The sauce is praised for its depth and versatility on chicken, ribs, steak, and even fruit, though the heat becomes dominant and can overpower milder dishes. Overall reception is favorable among those who enjoy big, spicy flavors.
Pros
- distinctive lemon-garlic-pepper profile that stands out
- balanced sweetness with real ingredients and good depth
- versatile for meats, vegetables, and cocktails
Cons
- heat builds to fiery levels and can dominate
- may overwhelm lighter foods or those sensitive to spice
- flavor intensity could feel confusing or excessive to some
“I like big flavors, and this sauce does not dance around nuance at all—from the garlic to lemon to pepper, all are in your face along with the standard tomato and vinegar as well... if you're looking for something different and can handle the heat, there's a lot to like in this bottle”
meatwave.com →“This is amazing... Flavor rating. This is a 10. I love it. This would be great on steak, chicken, pork, fish, burgers, smoked sausage”
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