Grilling is an art form. The right combination of heat, smoke, and seasoning can turn a piece of meat into a unique culinary experience. However, it’s not just about the heat; vegetables can also be grilled to perfection, adding a delicious smoky flavor to your meal. So get ready to pull the grill out and fire it up! This article will provide you with some fantastic outdoor grill recipes that will have your taste buds singing with delight. You will find a recipe for something you crave, from steak to seafood.
Grilled Steak with Roasted Plum Sauce
This recipe for grilled steak is sure to wow your dinner guests. The plum sauce pairs wonderfully with the meat, creating a succulent taste experience that will have them asking for more. This meal is also perfect for those nights when you want to impress someone special.
Ingredients:
- Eight oz. steak (strip or flank)
- 1/4 cup plum sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- flour for dusting steak to coat before grilling
- salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
Heat grill to medium-high heat. Place thinly sliced steak in a marinating dish with the plum sauce, oils, salt, and pepper. Marinate for at least 15 minutes, up to 3 hours. Remove steak from marinade, dust with flour, and pat off excess. Grill the steak 2-4 minutes per side for medium-rare or desired doneness (grill longer if you like your meat well done). Let rest 5 minutes before slicing.
Grilled Tuna with Avocado Salsa
This recipe can be served as an appetizer or main dish. The tuna has a smoky taste and pairs wonderfully with the refreshing, creamy avocado salsa. This meal would be perfect for those warm evenings when entertaining friends on your patio.
Ingredients:
- 2 (6 oz.) tuna steaks
- 2 large tomatoes, deseeded and diced
- 1/2 cucumber, peeled, seeded, and diced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 tbsp. fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
- 1 Haas Avacado diced
- salt to taste
Directions:
Heat grill to medium-high heat. Season tuna steaks with salt and pepper. Grill tuna 2-4 minutes per side depending on the thickness of fish, or until it reaches desired doneness. Remove from heat and cover with foil for 10 minutes to help fish retain its heat and let the juices redistribute. In a medium bowl, gently stir together tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, onion, and lemon juice in a medium bowl. Add salt to taste. Place tuna steaks on plates, top with salsa, and serve.
Grilled Lobster Tails
This dish is elegant enough for a special occasion but simple enough to make any night of the week. Each lobster tail is topped with a delicious breadcrumb mixture that harmonizes nicely with the fish’s natural sweetness.
Ingredients:
- Eight oz. lobster tails (pre-cook weight)
- 1 tbsp onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese, grated
- salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
Heat the grill to medium-high heat. In a medium bowl mix together breadcrumbs, onion, cheese, salt, and pepper. Using kitchen shears, cut down the back of the lobster shell lengthwise until the shell opens completely. Remove flesh from the shell. Cut lobster tails into medallions. Coat each medallion with a crumb mixture. Press firmly to help the mixture adhere. Place lobster tails on grill, close lid. Grill for 4-6 minutes per side or until the lobster is pink and cooked through.
