Summer BBQ Ideas

Its that time of year again, the BBQ needs to be dusted off for those summertime BBQ sessions to begin.  BBQing is not only good for you but it’s a great excuse to gather the neighbors, get social and take advantage of the longer days and more time to soak in the beautiful San Diego sunshine.

Here are a few awesome BBQ ideas ranging from blood dripping burger toppings to amazing marinades from the team at Real-Estate-Property-Search.com

Kebabs

You will need:

• lots of vegetables – onion, cherry tomatoes, zucchini, mushrooms, peppers, broccoli, pineapple almost anything!
• meat – chicken, beef, shrimp, lamb, pork, tofu
• kebab sticks and a BBQ

Building your own kebab is always fun, you can choose what you like on your personalized kebabs and kids love creating them too.  It’s colorful, easy, fast cooking and really good for you.

Bring a little zing factor to your kebabs by adding some peanut sauce.  It’s easy and quick, just throw together some cilantro, garlic, ginger, pinch of sugar, chili, half cup of coconut milk, a few dashes of sesame oil and some big dollops of peanut butter and blend it all up.  Add water if it’s too thick.

Be sure to taste test your creation, adding anything more you need.  It only takes a few minutes to bring to the boil and ready to serve.  Add rice if you want.

Burger Upgrades

A burger doesn’t just have to be a burger anymore.  With a little bit of imagination and creativity you can transform an old fashion American tradition.

Easy add-ons:

• Cheeses that pair well – beef/blue cheese, brie/chicken
• Salsa on black bean and vegan burgers
• Grilled peppers
• Vibrant tasting fresh herbs (mint, cilantro, dill, rosemary, sage, fennel)
• Slices of mango, pineapple or avocado
• Substitute lettuce with fresh spinach or arugula
• Slices of bacon, panchetta, prosciutto or salami
• Caramelized red onions
• Chutneys
• Flavored sauces

Marinades

Almost any hankering you get you can find on the internet these days so here are a few ideas that will get your taste buds dribbling.

• Tuna or salmon marinade with chilli, ginger, garlic in a coconut base.
• Jerk marinade is phenomenal.
• Tarragon and mustard for chicken thighs.
• Fennel scented pork loin.
• Lime and cilantro Mexican marinade
• Lemon and Rosemary marinade
• Teriyaki Marinade

A good place for recipes online is allrecipes.com

Refreshments

Whether you add some mint and cucumber to your water jug or freshly squeeze grapefruit or watermelon for your guests, here are a few yummy ways to avoid dehydrating in the midst of your cooking fest.

Even if it’s just throwing some fresh herbs into the jug with some citrus fruit or a few slices of cucumber.  It looks great and adds a tiny kick to your water that will make you want more.

Freshly squeezed juices with the perfect herbal pairing, or just a way to spruce up your water.

• Basil and berries
• Cilantro and pear/apple
• Lavender and lemon/orange
• Mint and melons
• Parsley and coconut

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Enjoy the sun and spring everyone, don’t forget to invite the neighbors and embrace the friendly San Diego culture. From your team at real-estate-property-search.com