This is a serious veggie BBQ showstopper that’s easy to prepare. The perfect side to a bring-and-share BBQ, or even the main event for a light BBQ lunch. The overall concept lends itself to a whole host of different fillings and toppings, but this is the combo I’ve gone for, which works beautifully. A drizzle of mayo and a garnish of fresh coriander to serve really finishes the dish perfectly. I must say the Greendale Sundried Tomato & Smoked Garlic Chutney is to die for and is the star of this dish.
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Steak is one of the best ways to enjoy Greendale's Beef in all its glory. I was never any good at cooking a decent steak until I learned proper BBQ; now I can now cook the most incredible steak ever. Cooking to temperature, not time, is the deal-breaker here, and it really is worth investing in a meat thermometer, especially one where you can leave the probe in and monitor it whilst cooking.
I also find that cooking a single, larger steak (to be sliced and shared when cooked) is better than trying to cook several thinner steaks - about 200g weight of steak per person is a good portion. My favourite cut to use on the BBQ is sirloin, as it has a decent fat cap which renders and crackles up amazingly well with charcoal.
‘Reverse searing’ is a cooking method in which the steak is cooked over indirect heat until it has almost reached the desired level of ‘done’ness; the temperature is then ramped up and the steak is placed over direct heat to give it a quick sear to finish. If you’re brave enough – and have quality local charcoal – you can even sear it ‘dirty’, i.e. directly on the coals, for this final stage; the intense heat really ramps up the Maillard reaction in the meat, giving flavours beyond this world. That said, a normal sear on the grill over raging coals will be more than good enough!
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Quick and easy, these grilled corn cobs are sure to please – be warned, it’s near-impossible to eat them ‘politely’ without getting garlic butter down your chin! Recipe makes six cobs.
Combining two staples of the Great British Summertime (sausages and barbecuing), there’s a lot to love about this recipe – not least because it’s simple, contains elements that can be made in advance, and seems to be very popular with children! Makes four servings of four chipolatas each.
Note: if using wooden skewers, to avoid any risk of fire please soak them in water for at least 15 minutes before they go on the grill.
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This indulgent but simple recipe is a great one for special occasions – it does use a whole wheel of brie, but the delicious end result is definitely worth it! Serves 10-12.
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Once you’ve got the hang of grilling Halloumi, you can jazz it up with any extra ingredients that take your fancy – we like it served with chilli jam, or a drizzle of honey and a pinch of smoked paprika. To make a hearty ‘veggie stack’ burger, you can grill whole Portobello mushrooms, slices of aubergine, chunks of sweet pepper or a skewer of cherry tomatoes alongside the Halloumi, and pile everything into your burger bun with the sauce of your choice. Recipe serves 4
Sometimes unfairly overlooked in favour of plaice or turbot, we think brill is – well, brill! With a sweet flavour and firm flesh, it’ll cook to perfection in minutes as soon as the BBQ is ready. Serves 2.
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Squid is a great candidate for the barbecue, because it will cook to perfection in moments over the hot charcoal. Please note that it’s really important to get the charcoals very hot; you’ll also need to work quickly, because the meat will become tough if cooked for more than a few minutes, so use the waiting-for-the-charcoal-to-heat time to prepare the sauce ahead, put the salad leaves on a serving platter and get everyone ready to eat. Serves 4.
This recipe may seem a little long-winded, but in fact it just requires a bit of easy prep a couple of hours before you plan to eat – and the end result is definitely worth the effort! Serves 4.
Beautiful Red Mullet taste every bit as good as they look. It’s easy to grill or oven-bake either whole or filleted, but we like them best on the barbecue. Serve with something simple, like crusty bread or our New Potato Skewers (also a BBQ favourite) and garlic mayo. Serves 2-3.
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Rich lamb and fresh veg are marinated in yoghurt, lemon and mint for a tasty BBQ feast. These skewers are ideal served with warm pitta breads; just open up a pitta pocket, hold the skewer over it and use a fork to gently push the meat and vegetables from the skewer down into the bread. Definitely one of the nicest sandwiches you’ll eat this summer! For best results, marinate the lamb for a minimum of four hours before assembling the skewers. *If you are using wooden skewers, be sure to soak them in water for at least 30 minutes prior to use.* Serves 4-6.
With its firm flesh and mild taste, hake pairs well with robust flavours. Here, it’s teamed with pesto, olives and vibrant veg and foil-baked on the barbecue. Delicious! Serves 4.
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Succulent prawns in a delicious garlicky marinade – we think this simple recipe is sunshine on a plate, whatever the weather! Recipe serves 4 (we have allowed 4 Crevettes per person).
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Loads of vegetables (and fruit) have a great affinity with the grill; this simple side dish may not seem much of a recipe, but it’s a surprisingly nice accompaniment to all manner of BBQ fare, from halloumi and chicken to fish or steak. Serves 4 as a side dish.
A selection of your favourite sausages skewered through the side, topped with beer fried onions & cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, French fries and grated pecorino cheese. Served with corn on the cob smothered in Greendale's garlic mayo and Cornish sea salt & 3 pepper
