Summer is almost here and with it comes the desire to bring out your barbecue again. Meats, fish, vegetables and fruits, everything is good for a barbecue party. Masculin.com offers some tips to successfully host your barbecue and provides recipes to break away from traditional sausages. Not to forget safety advice.
Which type of barbecue to choose?
From the traditional charcoal barbecue to the gas barbecue, and including the electric one, there is now a wide range of models, from the cheapest to the most expensive. Which type of barbecue meets your needs?
- If you’re looking for an easy-to-use barbecue, go for a gas barbecue. You can light it very easily and adjust the power according to your needs. In addition, its maintenance is minimal apart from regular cleaning.
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- For a more authentic taste, choose a charcoal barbecue. It will take a bit longer to heat up but the result will be worth it.
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- The electric barbecue is the most expensive but also the most practical: you can use it indoors as well as outdoors, it heats up quickly and evenly, however, it can be more difficult to clean than others.
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- Finally, the pellet barbecue is gradually developing in France, particularly through the brand Traeger, it is an ecological barbecue since it uses pellets (compressed wood) as fuel, and easily allows for slow cooking or smoking.
A safe barbecue
But whatever model you choose, there are some precautions to take to prevent your festive barbecue from becoming a nightmare.
- Set up your barbecue in a stable place and sheltered from the wind. If it’s mounted on wheels, remember to lock them;
- Never leave it unattended, especially if there are children nearby;
- Avoid lighting your barbecue with liquid ignition products;
- Important! Keep a bucket of water, a fire extinguisher, or a fire blanket close to the barbecue;
- Regarding food hygiene, to avoid cross-contamination between raw and cooked foods, use two different dishes.
The choice of food for a barbecue
There are no restrictions, all foods are suitable for barbecue cooking: meats, fish, vegetables but also fruits. The must for a full-flavor experience: marinades. Prepare them the day before so the meat or fish can fully absorb the various aromas.
For those who like sweet and savory, you can try the rose syrup + garlic blend or the caramel (or honey) + garlic + cherry vinegar blend. During cooking, the meat will be deliciously caramelized. Finally, last but not least: barbecue cooking is particularly healthy because it helps to eliminate some of the fats from fatty meats (provided you pierce them), but always be careful not to burn the meat, as this can become harmful.
If you want to impress your family and friends, Masculin.com offers you a selection of recipes for a successful grilling day.
Chicken Skewers with Banana
Recipe for 4 people:
- Chicken breasts: 6
- Small zucchinis: 3
- Soy sauce: 50ml
- Sherry vinegar: 45ml
- Salt and Pepper from the Mill
For the banana sauce:
- Ripe bananas: 2
- Grated coconut: 60g
- Semi-skimmed milk: 100ml
- Fresh cream: 20cl
- Mill Salt and Pepper
Preparation :
Cut the chicken breasts into cubes and place them in a salad bowl. In a bowl, mix the soy sauce with the sherry vinegar then salt and pepper to taste. Pour the marinade over the chicken breast cubes. Cover the preparation with cling film and let it marinate for 24 hours in your refrigerator. Wash the small zucchinis and dry them on a clean cloth and cut them into slices.
To prepare the skewers: stack the marinated chicken cubes, alternating with zucchini slices.
For the banana sauce: crush the peeled bananas with a fork. Toast the grated coconut for a few minutes in a pan. In a container, mix a quarter of the grated coconut with the crushed bananas and semi-skimmed milk. Then incorporate the cream and salt and pepper according to your preference.
Sprinkle the remaining grated coconut and mix well to obtain a homogeneous sauce. Divide the sauce into 4 individual ramekins. On your very hot charcoal barbecue, grill the chicken and zucchini skewers for 8 minutes, turning them on all sides for even cooking. Serve the skewers on four individual plates and drizzle them with the banana sauce. Enjoy while hot.
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The barbecue salmon fillet
Recipe for 6 people :
- Salmon fillets: 6
- Bouquet of rosemary: 1
- Lemon : 1
- Salt and pepper from the mill
Preparation :
In a hollow container, mix together the breadcrumbs, lemon juice and chopped rosemary. Salt and pepper. Prepare 6 squares of aluminum foil. Place a fillet of fish and the rosemary breadcrumbs in the center of each sheet of aluminum foil. Close the parcels and cook for about 15 minutes.
The Famous Summer Ribeye Steak
Recipe for 4 people:
- Rib steaks: 4
- Ripe tomatoes: 4
- Yellow peppers: 2
- Mozzarella: 100g
- Olive oil: 24ml
- Chopped parsley 20g
- Butter: 30g
- Salt and Pepper from the Mill
Preparation :
Clean the ribs then salt them and pepper them. Wash the tomatoes and yellow peppers then remove the inside with a teaspoon. Cut the mozzarella into small cubes then mix them in a bowl with the olive oil and half of the chopped parsley.
Fill the tomatoes and peppers with the previous mixture. Grill the rib steaks on your barbecue for 10 minutes, turning them halfway through cooking. Add the tomatoes and peppers and grill them for a few minutes. Serve the rib steaks on 4 individual plates with the grilled vegetables and sprinkle with the remaining chopped parsley.