What type of sauce is often highlighted in BBQ grilling demonstrations?

BBQ sauce is commonly highlighted in BBQ grilling demonstrations because it embodies the essence of barbecue flavor profiles and is integral to the grilling process. This sauce often combines a variety of flavors, including sweetness, tanginess, smokiness, and spice, which complement the rich, charred flavors of grilled meats.

During grilling, BBQ sauce can serve multiple purposes: it can be used as a marinade before cooking to infuse flavor, as a basting sauce during the cooking process to enhance the taste and moisture of the meat, and as a condiment for serving after the meat is cooked. Each of these uses showcases the versatility and importance of BBQ sauce in the grilling experience.

In contrast, other sauces, such as salad dressing and hot sauce, do not typically align with traditional grilling practices and flavor profiles. Sweet and sour sauce, while it can be used in certain grilled dishes, is not as universally associated with BBQ as a whole. Thus, BBQ sauce stands out as the quintessential accompaniment in grilling demonstrations.