Can I get a couple of easy Vegetarian recipes for first time BBQer?!
Answers: Ill be bbquing first time ever this spring and am looking forard to it. The problem though is, I don't know enough vegetarian grilling. Could I get sme help?
Some easy recipes- the eggplant and the mushrooms are popular with non veg as well!
BARBECUED TOFU
* 1 pound extra firm tofu, well pressed and sliced into 3/4 inch rectangles
* 3/4 cup barbeque sauce
* 3/4 cup brown sugar
* 1 tsp chili powder
* 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
* 3/4 cup orange juice concentrate
* salt and pepper to taste
PREPARATION:
Whisk together the barbecue sauce, sugar, chili powder, pepper and orange juice over medium low heat until well combined, about 3 minutes.
Place the barbecue sauce mixture in a wide flat dish, and place the tofu in the sauce, coating both sides well.
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GRILLED EGGPLANT
* 1 eggplant, sliced into 3/4 inch thick pieces
* 2 tbsp olive oil
* 1 tsp fresh chopped basil
* 1 tsp rosemary
PREPARATION:
Brush both sides of the eggplant with olive oil and sprinkle with the herbs, pressing if necessary to get the herbs to stick.
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TEQUILA PORTOBELLAS
* 1/2 cup tequila
* 1/4 cup margarine, softened
* 3 tbsp olive oil
* 1/4 cup lime juice
* 5 cloves garlic, minced
* 4 portobella mushroom caps
PREPARATION:
Whisk together the tequila, margarine, olive oil, lime juice and garlic. Allow to sit 10 minutes.
Baste the mushrooms with the tequila mixture, then place on grill.
Cook for 3 to 5 minutes, flip, baste with more of the tequila mix and cook for another minute or two.
Here go to these 2 sites:
Grilled section/vegetarian:
http://allrecipes.com/Search/Recipes-Adv...
BBQ/Vegetarian:
http://allrecipes.com/Search/Recipes-Adv...
what about vegitable kabobs
grilled eggplant is very good just marinade it in some balsamic vinegar and spices
same with portobello mushrooms
This is a fun treat for vegetarians and easy to prepare. You can always vary the vegetables or add tofu. Enjoy!
Veggie Kabobs
**triple-tested at the Good Housekeeping Research Institute**
INGREDIENTS
3 small (about 6 ounces each) zucchini, cut diagonally into 1-inch chunks
3 small (about 6 ounces each) yellow summer squash, cut diagonally into 1-inch chunks
6 plum tomatoes, about 1 1/4 pounds, each cut lengthwise in half
1 tablespoon(s) brown sugar
1 tablespoon(s) balsamic vinaigrette dressing
1/2 teaspoon(s) salt
1/8 teaspoon(s) ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon(s) ground cinnamon
3 tablespoon(s) olive oil
3/4 cup(s) (loosely packed) fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
DIRECTIONS\
1. Onto 6 long metal skewers, alternately thread zucchini chunks, yellow-squash chunks, and tomato halves, leaving about 1/8 inch space between each vegetable piece to allow even cooking. (Threading zucchini and squash through skin side gives vegetables more stability on skewers.)
2. In cup, combine brown sugar, vinegar, salt, pepper, cinnamon, and 2 tablespoons olive oil. Brush kabobs with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil.
3. Place kabobs on grill over medium heat; cook 15 to 20 minutes, until vegetables are browned and tender. Turn kabobs occasionally and brush vegetables with some vinaigrette during last 3 minutes of cooking.
4. To serve, arrange kabobs on large platter; drizzle with any remaining vinaigrette and sprinkle with basil.
For other vegetarian grill recipe ideas, check out: http://www.goodhousekeeping.com/search/f...
You could make vegetable kabobs with zuccini, onion, tomato, mushrooms, peppers, etc.
They're really easy ... you just buy the kabob sticks and cut the veggies into chunks. Slide a variety of veggies onto each stick. Grill until they're hot and cooked to the crunchiness you like. You can serve it with a dip or sauce if you want too.