Barbecues are a beloved part of Australian culture, and no backyard gathering is complete without a spread of grilled meats, seafood, and vegetables. While the traditional Aussie barbie might feature sausages, steaks, and shrimp on the grill, there's also a growing appreciation for the versatility of vegetables when cooked over an open flame. From smoky eggplant to charred corn on the cob, barbecued veggies offer a delicious and healthy alternative to meat-centric meals. In this article, we'll explore the best recipes for cooking barbecue vegetables Aussie style, ensuring that your next backyard barbecue is a hit with both meat-eaters and vegetarians alike.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
INCREDIBLE BBQ GRILLED VEGETABLES - MARINATED!
Recipe video above! An assortment of vegetables grilled on the BBQ until tender-crisp with charred edges, then while still hot, tossed in a Lemon Herb & Garlic Marinade so they suck up the flavour. Great served freshly made, even better the next day! See in post for serving ideas - antipasto / cheeseboard, starter, side dish, main, salad, or pasta. Oven roasted directions also included.
Provided by Nagi
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Place ingredients in a jar and shake well. Set aside 10 minutes+.
- Keep pieces large for easy handling on the BBQ (so you don't have to turn hundreds of pieces!) and so they don't fall through the grills.
- Capsicum/bell peppers - cut the "walls" off, then cut each each on the diagonal into fairly large pieces.
- Onion (Note 4) - keep the root end (hairy end!) in tact. Peel, cut in half, then cut into wedges through the root end.
- Brush BBQ grills lightly with oil, then preheat to high. Or oven 250°C/480°F.
- Place vegetables in a very large bowl or use a big tray. Drizzle with oil, sprinkle with salt, pepper and garlic. Toss with hands (there is no better way!).
- Place on BBQ and cook until tender crisp with charred edges - cook times below. Then remove into large bowl.
- Asparagus, zucchini - grill 2 min each side. (Oven - 10 min, no flipping)
- Capsicum, mushroom, onion - grill 3 min each side (oven 15 min, flip at 10 min)
- Eggplant - grill 4 min each side. Jab in middle to ensure soft but not soggy! (oven 18 min)
- While vegetables are still hot, drizzle over Dressing and toss.
- Set aside 10 minutes+ before serving, sprinkled with parsley. See in post for serving ideas.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 206 kcal, Carbohydrate 14 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 301 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving
GRILLED VEGETABLES
Dine alfresco with Giada De Laurentiis' Grilled Vegetables recipe, which includes squash, zucchini and eggplant, from Everyday Italian on Food Network.
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories side-dish
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place a grill pan over medium-high heat or prepare the barbecue (medium-high heat). Brush the vegetables with 1/4 cup of the oil to coat lightly. Sprinkle the vegetables with salt and pepper. Working in batches, grill the vegetables until tender and lightly charred all over, about 8 to 10 minutes for the bell peppers; 7 minutes for the yellow squash, zucchini, eggplant, and mushrooms; 4 minutes for the asparagus and green onions. Arrange the vegetables on a platter. The key to getting those great grill marks is to not shift the vegetables too frequently once they've been placed on the hot grill.
- Meanwhile, whisk the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, parsley, basil, and rosemary in a small bowl to blend. Add salt and pepper to taste. Drizzle the herb mixture over the vegetables. Serve the vegetables, warm or at room temperature.
BBQ VEGETABLES - AUSSIE STYLE
Aussies love a BBQ - and I am no exeption. I LOVE vegetables and this is my favourite BBQ dish. I make this in Summer when the produce for this recipe is in season. I can't count how many time I have handed out this recipe, I hope you enjoy this.
Provided by cookingpompom
Categories Vegetable
Time P1DT10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Wash and chop all the vegetables (not the tomatoes) and place in a large glass or ceramic dish dish.
- Place the oil, juice, soy sauce and garlic in a jug and stir.
- Pour over the vegetables and mix.
- Cover and let marinate for 2 - 24 hours.
- Cook over a prepared hot BBQ plate for 10 minutes, flipping often.
TEPPANYAKI BBQ VEGETABLES
This very easy side-dish recipe is inspired by the vegetables they give you at Teppanyaki restaurants. Teppanyaki is a style of Japanese BBQ where the cooking is done on a very hot grill at the table. Quite delicious! This recipe is extremely good when done on a hotplate on an outdoor bbq. For best results indoors, use a griddle or heavy iron skillet over a very hot heat. Perfect when served with rice and teriyaki meats. This recipe serves 2 large helpings, or 4 side helpings.
Provided by becy959
Categories Vegetable
Time 20m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Peel carrots.
- Remove outer layer of spring onion and ends.
- Deseed and destem capsicum.
- Remove ends of zucchini.
- Julienne all the vegetables.
- Wipe some vegetable oil over the griddle/bbq hotplate.
- Heat the griddle or the bbq hotplate to high.
- Stirfry vegetables for one minute.
- Add sauces.
- Stirfry for another two minutes.
- Taste and add more sauces as required.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 196.6, Fat 3.3, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 672.6, Carbohydrate 39.7, Fiber 14.8, Sugar 23.2, Protein 10.2
GRILLED VEGGIE MIX
Living on this beautiful Canadian island, we often grill out, so we can eat while enjoying the scenery. This tempting veggie dish is the perfect accompaniment to any barbecue fare. To make the recipe even more satisfying, I often use my homegrown vegetables an herbs in the mix.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 45m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Place vegetables in the center of two pieces of double-layered heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square). Combine dressing ingredients; drizzle over vegetables; toss gently to coat. , Fold foil around mixture and seal tightly. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 15 minutes on each side or until vegetables are tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 146 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 192mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
Tips:
- Choose the right vegetables: Not all vegetables are created equal when it comes to grilling. Some, like zucchini and eggplant, are more delicate and need to be cooked over medium heat. Others, like potatoes and carrots, can withstand higher heat and can be grilled over direct heat.
- Cut the vegetables into uniform pieces: This will help them cook evenly. If you have a variety of vegetables, cut them into pieces that are about the same size so they cook at the same rate.
- Marinate the vegetables: Marinating the vegetables in a mixture of oil, herbs, and spices will help them to flavor and keep them moist while grilling.
- Grill the vegetables over medium heat: This will help them to cook evenly without burning. If you are using a charcoal grill, let the coals burn down until they are glowing red before you start grilling the vegetables.
- Turn the vegetables frequently: This will help them to cook evenly and prevent them from burning.
- Serve the vegetables immediately: Grilled vegetables are best served hot off the grill. Drizzle them with a little olive oil, salt, and pepper, and enjoy!
Conclusion:
Grilled vegetables are a delicious and healthy way to enjoy your favorite produce. They are a great addition to any meal, and they can be enjoyed as a side dish, appetizer, or even as a main course. With a little preparation and a few simple tips, you can easily grill vegetables at home that are bursting with flavor. So fire up your grill and get grilling!
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