Techniques Grilled

Grilled Mesquite Meatloaf

Unlike regular meatloaf, which is baked in an oven, this version is grilled over mesquite to form a nice crust and smoky flavor. Ingredients 2 Tbsp olive oil ½ large onion, diced 1 tsp salt, plus a pinch 3 Tbsp…

Grilled Lamb Chops

Grilled Lamb Chops

Ingredients 4 thick-cut bone-in lamb loin chops 1 tsp rosemary, finely chopped 2 tsp thyme, finely chopped Salt Freshly-ground black pepper 1 Tbsp smoked paprika ½ head garlic 4 tsp cayenne pepper Olive oil Procedure Rub the cut side of…

Grilled Fruit Pouches

Grilled Fruit Pouches

Ingredients 4 peaches, peeled and sliced into eighths 2 cups crystallized ginger, crushed 4 plums, quartered 6 tbsp white granulated sugar ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, divided 6 oz brandy 1 pinch of salt 1 tbsp finely-grated lemon zest…

Grilled Filet Mignon

Grilled Filet Mignon

Ingredients 4 ea. (20–28 oz) 1 inch-thick tenderloin steaks Montreal Steak Seasoning Olive oil ⅔ cup untreated mesquite chips, soaked in water 30 minutes Procedure Heat about 30 charcoal briquets in a large chimney starter. Once hot, disperse evenly around…

Grilled Eggplant with Garlic Butter

Grilled Eggplant with Garlic Butter

Ingredients 1 tbsp minced garlic 1 stick (½ cup) butter, softened 2 medium eggplants, sliced ½ inch thick Salt Freshly-ground black pepper Olive oil Procedure Fold garlic into butter. Shape into a narrow log using parchment or wax paper, and…

Grilled Cornish Hens

Grilled Cornish Hens

Ingredients 1 tbsp salt 1 tbsp freshly-ground black pepper 1 ½ tbsp cayenne pepper 1 ½ tbsp smoked paprika 2 tbsp lemon pepper 2 tsp dried rosemary 1 tbsp garlic powder 2 spatchcocked Cornish/Rock Game Hens Bacon fat, melted Procedure…

Grilled Bananas with Coffee Syrup

Grilled Bananas with Coffee Syrup

Ingredients 6 bananas, halved but unpeeled 1 cup weak brewed coffee ¼ cup white granulated sugar ½ stick cinnamon ½ cup heavy cream 2 tbsp coffee liqueur 1 pinch salt 2 tbsp butter Procedure Combine all ingredients except bananas in…

Ginger-Glazed Grilled Peaches

Ginger-Glazed Grilled Peaches

Ingredients 2 lb large peaches, peeled and halved 1 cup peach nectar ½ cup dark brown sugar ¼ cup crystallized ginger, finely minced 1 tsp pure vanilla extract ¼ tsp salt Melted butter as needed Procedure Combine liquid ingredients in…

Firecracker Grilled Shrimp

Firecracker Grilled Shrimp

Ingredients 36 peeled and deveined shrimp (21/25 count) ½ recipe Firecracker Marinade Special equipment 9 bamboo skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes Procedure Pour marinade into a gallon size zip-top bag. Add shrimp and toss to coat. Refrigerate for…

Firecracker Burgers

Firecracker Burgers

Ingredients ½ cup mayonnaise 2 chipotle chiles in adobo, finely chopped 1–1½ tsp cayenne pepper ½ tsp salt ½ tsp freshly-ground black pepper 1 tsp Montreal Steak Seasoning 1 pound ground beef chuck Olive oil 8 slices bacon, crisp cooked…

Egyptian Grilled Pigeon (Fattah Meshaltet)

Egyptian Grilled Pigeon (Fattah Meshaltet)

Egyptian grilled pigeon, also known as fattah meshaltet, is a traditional food highly regarded in Egyptian cuisine. This dish features succulent grilled pigeons marinated in a flavorful blend of spices, giving it a rich and aromatic taste. Fattah meshaltet is…

Duck à l’Orange

Duck à l'Orange

Ingredients 4 ea. (28–32 ounces / 800–920 g) boneless duck breasts Olive oil Salt Freshly-ground black pepper Orange marmalade Procedure Score skin of duck in a diamond pattern. Brush with olive oil, and sprinkle both sides liberally with salt and…