Barbecue Recipes

Mediterranean Grilled Vegetables

1 pound Large onion

1 pound Red bell pepper

1 pound Green bell pepper

1 pound Yellow squash

1 pound Zucchini squash

1 cup Olive oil

1/3 cup Italian seasoning

Peel onions and cut top−to−bottom in large wedges. Cut tops from bell peppers, remove core, and cut in large top−to−bottom pieces. Trim ends from squash and cut in diagonal rounds, about 1/2" thick. Toss all vegetables in a large bowl with olive oil and seasoning, breaking up the onion wedges somewhat. Place in a single layer on a very hot grill (watch out for the flare−ups!) and grill, turning occasionally, until peppers are slightly charred and veggies are tender (about 5 minutes). Serve immediately. These are also good refrigerated, then microwaved to reheat.

Shrimp On The Barbie

12 Giant Prawns, shelled and heads and tails intact

1/4 cup Butter

1 cup Orange juice (freshly, squeezed)

2 tablespoons Sherry

1 teaspoon Orange Zest (grated)

2 each Green onions, tops and white

1 teaspoon Ginger root, (freshly grated)

Soak a dozen long wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes. Then push skewers through prawns, lengthwise, from head to tail with only 1 to a skewer. Combine all ingredients in saucepan and cook over medium to low heat, stirring, until butter is completely melted. Dip skewered prawns in the orange sauce and position on oiled grill rack about 4 inches above the coals. Baste liberally with sauce and grill for 2 minutes. Turn the prawn over and baste again, cooking for another 2 minutes. Smaller prawn will be done at this point, but continue basting and turning larger prawn until they are pink and cooked through. Remove from heat immediately when done, as they will get tough if overcooked. Use any remaining sauce for a dip for the prawns.

Grilled Halibut With Oriental Sauce

1/4 cup orange juice

2 Tablespoons soy sauce

2 Tablespoons ketchup

2 Tablespoons vegetable oil

2 Tablespoons fresh parsley or

1 Tbsp dried parsley, chopped

1 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice

1/2 Teaspoon oregano

1/2 Teaspoon pepper

1 clove garlic, minced 4 6−oz. halibut steaks, cleaned

Combine orange juice, soy sauce, ketchup, oil, parsley, lemon juice, oregano, pepper and garlic in a small bowl. Brush the mixture evenly on the steaks, refrigerate.

Brush the grill lightly with oil. Light the coals or gas grill for a medium fire. Place the steaks on the grill rack and cook turning once, about 5 to 6 minutes per side, or until the steaks flake when tested with a fork.