14 sizzling hot dog recipes worth lighting up your barbecue for
Celebrate the sunshine with our best hot dog recipes and hot dog toppings – from bacon stilton rolls to buffalo dogs and the ultimate mustard slaw
Need some summer barbecue inspo? It's time to jazz up your hot dogs with more than just a drizzle of ketchup or mustard. We've come up with gourmet-yet-easy hot dog toppings to make your BBQ stand out: travel round the world with Bombay, Thai and NYC-inspired toppings. See our ideas below, then check out our burger recipes, pizza recipes, BBQ recipes, vegan BBQ recipes and more sausage recipes. For more inspiration, check out our American recipes collection, and for more BBQ inspiration, dive into our 50 best BBQ ideas to keep the grill going all summer long. Plus, don’t miss our vegan BBQ recipes – packed with flavour so everyone’s catered for. Best hot dog recipes Buffalo dog Our American-style hot dog features the best flavourings from buffalo chicken wings, perfect as part of a barbecue spread. If you love buffalo flavours, try our whole buffalo roast chicken recipe next. Cod dogs with tomato and dill relish and harissa lime mayo Who says hot dogs have to have meat? This is a clever, economical twist on the lobster roll but with loads more flavour and a spiced crunchy coating to make it even more satisfying than the original. The fiery mayo and refreshing salsa add the perfect finish. Kimchi hotdogs Kimchi is one of those foods that goes really well with other cuisines. Burgers, hotdogs and cheese sandwiches can all be perked up with a spoonful. If you don’t want to make your own kimchi, there are loads of ready-made varieties available. Discover more kimchi recipes. Smoky bacon hot dogs with cranberry salsa Make a plate of smoky bacon hot dogs, layered with stilton and cranberry sauce, for an epic barbecue bite to present at your next party. Merguez and pepper dogs with sesame tzatziki Merguez sausages, roasted peppers and pickled chillies meet in this epic hot dog recipe, perfect as part of a buffet. If you've got more merguez sausages to use up, make our easy merguez tartines with roasted red peppers next. Venison dogs with pickled beet slaw and cheat’s brioche buns These rich, meaty venison dogs with a punchy vinegary slaw inside a sweet brioche bun are a great addition to any buffet or barbecue spread. Hot dogs with mustard slaw Follow this quick and easy hot dog recipe featuring a crunchy mustard slaw for a fail-safe barbie option. Spiralised hot dogs These simple spiralised hot dogs with sriracha, mayonnaise and coriander are easy to assemble and taste great, perfect for a summery snack. More hot dog toppings to try NYC deli dog Mix together 2 tbsp mayonnaise, 2 tbsp ketchup and 2 tbsp creamed horseradish sauce. Put a slice of Swiss cheese inside each hotdog bun. Add the dog and some of the flavoured mayo then top with sauerkraut and chopped gherkins. Drizzle with American mustard. Bombay spice dog Chop 2 tomatoes, ½ red onion and a few mint leaves. Add a squeeze of lemon juice and toss together with a pinch of nigella seeds. Add the dog to the bun, then spread with some spicy mango chutney and spoon over the tomato salad. Tokyo dog Slice and fry 1 onion in butter until soft, then stir in 2 tbsp teriyaki sauce. Toss finely shredded cucumber and carrot with rice vinegar. Spoon the onions over each dog in a bun and top with the pickled veg. Souk dog Finely shred 150g red cabbage and put in a bowl with a good pinch of salt and 2 tsp caster sugar. Add 1 tbsp red wine vinegar and toss together then leave for 15 minutes. Mix equal parts of natural yogurt and tahini and thin with water. Crush ½ clove garlic, and add to the yogurt. Top dogs in buns with the cabbage then drizzle with the tahini sauce. Top with a whole pickled chilli. Tex-Mex dog Fry 1 small onion in olive oil until soft. Chop 2 tomatoes, add to the onion with 2 tsp chipotle paste, and cook for a minute. Drain 200g black beans, stir in and heat through. Put the dogs into each bun, spoon the mix over the top, add finely grated cheddar and chopped jalapeños. All-day breakfast dog Wrap hot dogs in streaky bacon and grill or fry until crispy. Cook 4 hash browns and break into small pieces. Stuff the hash browns into the buns with the dogs. Add a fried quail’s or small hen’s egg to each and a squirt of brown sauce, if you like.
BBQ lamb platter with olive and almond pesto
Make the most of sunny days with al fresco barbecued lamb cutlets, topped with homemade almond pesto
Try our BBQ lamb platter with olive and almond pesto, then discover butterflied leg of lamb with smoked paprika marinade, spiced leg of butterflied lamb with preserved lemon dressing or crispy lamb breast with malt vinegar sauce. BBQ lamb platter with olive and almond pesto recipe
Cool down with our seasonal homemade ice cream recipes, from roasted banana caramel swirl and maple honeycomb, to chocolate and black pepper gelato
Looking for ice cream recipes? Want to make your own frozen yogurt or gelato? Try our ideas below, then check out our ice lolly recipes for kids and grown-ups. There's nothing like homemade ice cream, and we have the best recipes to make in your ice cream maker, along with some no-churn ice cream recipes to whip up by hand. Make vanilla, strawberry, chocolate, pistachio and more then add exciting toppings or turn into show-stopping ice-cream desserts. There's even dairy free ice cream for those who can't have milk. For more summer desserts, check out our ice cream cake recipes, condensed milk recipes, yogurt recipes and sorbet recipes. For an extra touch of luxury, take inspiration from our easy ice cream toppings, make up a brioche ice cream sandwich or compile one of these showstopping ice cream sundaes. We've also got plenty more seasonal inspiration in our collection of summer recipes. Now try our ice cream cake recipes and check out our trend spotlight on unusual ice cream flavours. Easy ice cream recipes Vanilla ice cream with warm chocolate sauce Learn how to make this supremely creamy vanilla ice cream and you’ll be set for summer. Drizzle with warm chocolate sauce for an extra touch of indulgence. Smashed honeycomb and Bailey's butterscotch sundae Give sundaes a grown-up glow-up with our Baileys butterscotch version – silky homemade vanilla ice cream layered with luscious butterscotch sauce and shards of golden honeycomb for a dessert that’s pure decadence in a glass. Strawberry ice cream Strawberry ice cream is a family favourite but home-made just tastes so much better. This recipe for no-churn double strawberry ice cream is super easy and makes delicious, creamy ice cream that everyone will love. Try more of our strawberry dessert recipes. Honey and lime ice cream This honey and lime ice cream is a no-churn wonder – just four ingredients whipped together into a creamy, zesty dessert. Set honey adds floral sweetness while lime brings a bright citrus lift, making it perfect for summer scoops straight from the freezer. Vegan banana ice cream Dairy-free, no-churn, no-effort ice cream. Once you’re confident with the process, try experimenting with different flavours – add frozen berries, peanut butter or raw cacao powder to get the flavours shown in our picture below. Browse more of our dazzling vegan desserts. Nutmeg ice cream This ice cream makes the most of nutmeg, which is precious in Grenada, making it a local favourite. This recipe is very easy to make, even if you don’t have an ice cream maker. Cherry and pistachio Neopolitan Showcase Italy’s best flavours – cherry, vanilla and pistachio – coloured like the Italian flag to impress guests with this effortless dessert. Biscoff ice cream Biscoff and espresso combine beautifully in this no-churn ice cream to give a caramelised flavour with a slight kick. Made with just four ingredients, this frozen dessert is perfect if you’ve got guests coming over, as it can be prepared in advance. For more inspiration, check out our collection of Biscoff recipes. No-churn Vietnamese coffee ice cream Cardamom and cinnamon add a fragrant edge to this quick coffee ice cream recipe. You only need 15 minutes to prepare before freezing – an easy pick-me-up for summer entertaining. Dark chocolate ice cream A grown-up version of Italy’s favourite flavour, this bitter chocolate ice cream is easy to make and creates a sophisticated ice cream cone dessert alternative. Indulgent, intense and seriously chocolatey! Maple honeycomb ice cream Making this delicious maple honeycomb ice cream is easier than you may think with step-by-step help from the olive test kitchen. It's guaranteed to be a new family favourite any time of year. Turkish ice cream (dondurma) Try Turkish ice cream this summer, made with goat's milk and vanilla. Finish with a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil. Tarragon ice cream This ice cream boasts a heady aniseed flavour thanks to tarragon. It’s ideal for sunny days and warm evenings. Nonya kaya coconut ice cream Try this ice cream with nonya kaya, a sweet coconut condiment, for a dinner party dessert with a difference. Olive oil ice-cream This recipe is for grown-ups. Use extra-virgin olive oil for a peppery, herbal flavour and finish with dark chocolate and an extra drizzle of oil Roasted banana caramel swirl ice cream Check out our impressive ice cream recipe with roasted bananas and homemade caramel sauce swirled through. Black bananas are best for this recipe as they're super ripe and sweet. Raspberry, lime and coconut potong ice cream With just four ingredients, make these bright and beautiful Singaporean-inspired ice lollies with sweet raspberries, zesty lime and creamy coconut milk. Homemade kulfi This Pakistani dessert combines cardamom, sweetened condensed milk, ricotta and saffron – roll in ground pistachios for an extra flourish Brown butter ice cream Brown butter adds a nutty, caramelised flavour to creamy homemade vanilla ice cream in this recipe. It's a little effort but so worth it for a grown-up summer treat. Classic vanilla ice cream Try this quick and easy homemade vanilla ice cream with just 20 minutes of prep. Serve alongside your favourite summer dessert. Nougat and pistachio ice cream Elevate your dinner party effortlessly with this no-churn ice cream. Amp up the fancy factor with chocolate-dipped ice cream cones. Pomegranate ice cream Pomegranate molasses adds a fruity, sweet-and-sour smack of flavour to this creamy no-churn ice cream. Make it using just 4 ingredients for an effortless entertaining option. Spiced coffee kulfi Nik Sharma's Indian frozen dessert is flavoured with coffee, cardamom, cinnamon and star anise. A perfect kulfi should contain ice crystals, so look out for them! Chocolate and black pepper gelato Try our recipe for indulgent and creamy homemade chocolate gelato spiced up with black pepper. Gelato differs from ice-cream in the fat content – ice cream is usually made with cream, while gelato is milk-based. The trick to this silky smooth gelato is to add some liquid glucose – this lowers the freezing point so it doesn’t freeze rock solid. Pecan praline ice cream Make our easy homemade ice cream with a twist. Master your own praline, then make a custard-based ice-cream, mix in the caramel-pecan nuts and freeze. Elderflower ice cream Valentine Warner's elderflower ice cream is light, aromatic and calls for only five ingredients. You don't even have to go and pick your own elderflower – a good cordial will work just fine. Baileys ice cream This rich and boozy no-churn ice cream is perfect as an accompaniment for your Christmas puds, and requires just four ingredients to make. Pea, coconut and lime ice cream Try this ice cream singing with fresh spring flavours, featuring garden peas, zingy lime and creamy coconut milk. Peach melba ice cream Peach melba is a classic British dessert created to honour the Australian soprano Nellie Melba. Try the great combination of peaches and raspberries in our peach melba ice cream for a sweet and tart frozen dessert for summer. Peanut butter and salted caramel ice cream This homemade ice cream combines two luxurious flavours – smooth peanut butter and the delicious sweet and salty combo of salted caramel. Check out more of our caramel cakes and bakes Blackcurrant ripple ice cream This no-churn homemade ice cream with blackcurrant sauce rippled through is the perfect weekend treat for the family. Find plenty more seasonal blackcurrant recipes. Quick banana ice cream This quick and easy this no-churn ice-cream recipe is ready in just over 2 hours. There's no need to make a custard base - just blend bananas, double cream and sugar and freeze. Instant mango fro-yo Check out this super speedy dairy-free frozen yogurt. Our easy recipe only uses three ingredients (lime, mango and coconut yogurt) and takes minutes to make. Whipped avocado with frozen yogurt Try this elegant avocado dessert with frozen yogurt and meringue to serve at your next dinner party. Black sesame caramel ice cream with daigaku imo Daigaku imo are deep-fried sweet potatoes coated in a sticky soy-caramel sauce. Serve with black sesame caramel ice cream for the ultimate contrast in temperature, texture and flavour. You will need an ice cream maker for this recipe. Double honey ice cream We use a simple-to-follow custard-based recipe to create this ice cream, with broken honeycomb stirred through for a sweet crunch. Make your ice cream better with our DIY ice cream sundae bar Pack tubs of ice cream into a big bowl of ice. Make some easy sauces then pile up shop-bought ingredients into pretty bowls and glasses so guests can build their own bespoke sundae. Christmas pudding ice cream A clever way to use up leftover Christmas pudding is to add it to ice cream! This four-ingredient, no-churn recipe also comes laced with brandy or rum—the perfect winter pudding.
Looking for the best vegetarian burger recipe? Try one of our amazing meat-free options, from black bean or mushroom burgers to halloumi and pulled jackfruit
These recipes are impressive and easy to make so bring on the veggie grill! Next, try our vegetarian BBQ recipes. You can also see our healthy vegetarian recipes, budget vegetarian recipes, and under-30-minute veggie recipes. Anything more specific? Check out high-protein vegetarian recipes or a low-calorie vegetarian collection. Easy veggie burgers Pulled jackfruit burger Check out this impressive recipe for vegan pulled jackfruit. It has a meaty texture but with a subtly sweet, fruity taste. Great meat-free comfort food. Vegan black bean burgers With their full-on flavour and robust texture, suitable for the grill, these loaded vegan burgers are a winner at any barbecue. Now try more of our vegan dinner ideas. Lentil burgers Check out this quick and easy vegan burger recipe with spicy lentils. Ready in just 30 minutes, these punchy patties make a super-simple summer recipe for four. Aubergine and halloumi burgers Make the most of aubergines by deep-frying in breadcrumbs until crisp and golden before stuffing in a bun with grilled halloumi and harissa mayo. Cauliflower burgers Cauliflower burgers for all! Check out our easy deep-fried cauliflower steaks with lightly toasted ciabatta rolls. Make these simple veggie burgers for a quick dinner. Halloumi burgers These fully loaded burgers are packed with mushroom, avocado, spinach and halloumi, and ready in just 30 minutes. We've got plenty more mushroom recipes to try. Sweet potato burgers A vegetarian's dream, this mile-high burger is stuffed with paprika-spiced sweet potato patties, avocado, lettuce, tomatoes and mayo. Spiced falafel burgers These healthy burger patties are vegetarian and low in calories. Here's how to make falafel and some great falafel recipes to try. Thai-spiced sweetcorn burgers Take sweetcorn burgers up a notch with Thai red curry paste, lime leaves and ground cumin for a vibrant vegan dinner. Beetroot and halloumi sliders with chilli jam Our mini veggie burgers made from chickpeas, beetroot and halloumi work great as snacks, starters or even a main course – simply adjust the portion size each time! Mushroom burger This ever-popular mushroom burger, with its smoky, charred, flat-mushroom filling, is rarely off the menu at Steak & Honour. The perfect vegetarian option for parties and barbecues. Try our vegan mushroom bolognese for another inspiring vegan meal. Homemade veggie burgers These 'allotment' veggie burgers make great use of ingredients you can easily grow at home. They're ready in under 30 minutes and super-easy to put together. Jerk halloumi burger This easy burger recipe is big on flavour, ready in just 20 minutes and feeds four – great for a midweek meal. Try more of our halloumi recipes. Truffled mushroom burgers We like to call these mushroom burgers 'MLTs' (M is for mushroom, L is for lettuce, and T is for… truffle oil, of course!). Peri peri halloumi burgers with citrus slaw Our peri peri halloumi burgers (made with Nando's peri peri sauce) are a great alternative to a meaty burger, with the citrus slaw cutting through the delicious cheesiness. Guaranteed to be a hit at your barbecue! Beetroot burgers with herb feta sauce A simple midweek recipe, our easy beetroot burgers with herb feta sauce come in at under 300 calories. Freekeh and carrot burgers Nutty, smoky freekeh is the next big protein-rich supergrain and well worth a try. Not only are these burgers healthy and easy to make, they might just be the best vegetarian burgers ever! Falafel and halloumi burgers A great low-calorie recipe for vegetarians. For a smoky flavour, try cooking these falafels on the barbecue then serving in warm pittas with pickled chillies. Check out more low calorie vegetarian meals. Vegan burger with kimchi mayo This simple seitan burger recipe uses shiitake mushrooms for delicious texture as well as an umami boost. Vegan Cajun black bean burgers with dairy-free slaw These quick black bean burgers are packed full of veggies – and plenty of flavour. Serve with dairy-free slaw and you have a tasty vegan meal for four.
Pickled turnip, cucumber and ginger salad
This is a lovely crunchy salad that would be great with rich grilled meats
Try our pickled turnip, cucumber and ginger salad, then try feta and cucumber salad with dill dressing, cucumber and tomato salad, or spiced chicken salad with cashews and cucumber. Pickled turnip, cucumber and ginger salad recipe
Chopped salad with crispy rice and herby kefir dressing
Using microwave rice helps add texture to this salad. Feel free to use any seasonings you like to coat the rice with
Try our chopped salad with crispy rice and herby kefir dressing, then try za'atar chopped salad, chilli-salt salmon with chopped salad, lettuce wraps with sticky chicken or chicken and avocado salad. Cook’s tip: Boost your plant points "Instead of using cooked white rice for this recipe, boost the plant points by swapping this for cooked quinoa or other grains. It won't clump together as it's not as sticky as white rice, but it will give a lovely crunch and extra nutritional value to this salad. You can also add in a tin of white beans for extra fibre and protein too." View Green Video on the source website Note these changes to the recipe will alter the nutritional information displayed. Here are more ways to boost your plant points and plant-packed recipes. Chopped salad with crispy rice and herby kefir dressing recipe
We've created the perfect serve for this classic aperitif, plus nine clever twists for adding to your at-home cocktail making repertoire
Looking for negroni recipes? Here’s how to make a negroni cocktail – you only need gin, vermouth and campari, plus some of our expert tricks to take it to the next level. Or read on to see some great twists on the Italian aperitivo. Next, try more Italian cocktails. With gin and vermouth exploding in popularity, new styles, fresh takes and old classics are being created up and down the country. There is a wealth of combinations to explore (even if you stick to the equal part formula), but here are plenty of negroni variations that will have you thinking about what can only be described as the perfect aperitivo. From classic to adventurous, use this list as inspiration for what to try next. Discover which vermouth to buy for your negroni in our 'what is vermouth' guide. Best negroni recipes Classic negroni Want to know how to make the best negroni? Check out our quick and easy recipe for this punchy Italian cocktail. Negroni highball The recipe from Italian restaurant Luca is a twist on a classic negroni, made with blood orange soda, lemon juice and orange bitters. Negroni sbagliato Swapping the gin for prosecco makes for a lighter negroni and softens the bitterness, an ideal aperitif for those who find a classic negroni a bit much. White negroni You only need to mix three ingredients to make this white negroni – a citrussy and herbal take on the classic aperitif. Pomegranate negroni Pomegranate juice, dry gin and sweet vermouth create a simple and refreshing pre-dinner drink for two. Garnish with a slice of blood orange. Rum negroni Rum makes this drink a little gentler than a classic gin negroni. Decant into a hip flask for sipping on wintry walks. Hot sloe gin negroni Using sloe gin adds a fruity depth but also extra sweetness. Use a dry vermouth rather than the sweet red in the classic recipe. Rosé negroni sbagliato Give the sbagliato a summery twist for a refreshing summer aperitivo. Rhubarb and ginger negroni This update on the classic negroni using rhubarb and ginger is a great shout for the festive period. It comes from Black Dice, a 1960s rock 'n' roll inspired bar tucked away beneath Moroccan restaurant MOMO in Mayfair. Limoncello negroni Swap vermouth for limoncello in this zesty aperitif, served over ice and garnished with a lemon twist.
Match earthy mezcal with spicy ginger beer for a smoky yet refreshing cocktail that is perfect for barbecues
Try this recipe for our mezcal mule, then check out our grapefruit daiquiri, negroni, picante cocktail and cherry margarita. Now discover more three-ingredient cocktails. Mezcal mule recipe
Raspberry, lime and coconut potong ice cream
With just four ingredients, make these bright and beautiful Singaporean-inspired ice lollies with sweet raspberries, zesty lime and creamy coconut milk
Try the recipe for raspberry, lime and coconut potong ice cream, then try our banana split ice lollies, avocado, kiwi and lime ice lollies and strawberry ice lollies. Now find out 10 things we love about Singaporean food. Recipe extracted from Agak agak: everyday recipes from Singapore by Shu Han Lee (£26, Hardie Grant). Photographs by Ola Smit. Shu says, "This is one sweet treat that instantly takes me back to my childhood in Singapore. The ice cream man came around not in a singing Mr Whippy van but a freezer cart and giant umbrella set on wheels. Rather than soft serves or Cornettos, you had a choice of ice cream sandwiches, slabs of ice cream cut from a bigger block and stuffed into a slice of soft white bread, or potong ice cream – coconut ice lollies. I loved the latter. I would skimp at lunch breaks, saving up my coins instead for these cold treats. Potong ice cream came in a dizzying array of colours and flavours, made using local ingredients – sweetened red bean, purple yam or yellow sweetcorn. Here I’ve used raspberries and lime to create a zesty, fruity, bright pink potong ice cream. " Raspberry, lime and coconut potong ice cream recipe
Your must-buy kitchen accessories for the summer
Give your kitchen a summer makeover with these accessories that will bring the sunshine into your home
A new set of table linen or even a plant pot can add a bright and fresh touch for the warmer season. So, whether you're throwing a barbecue or entertaining guests this summer, read our guide for the best accessories to kit your kitchen out with… And if you haven't quite sorted out your summer menu, check out our best summer recipes. If you're after something a bit lighter, take a look at our summer salad recipes and healthy summer recipes. For more kitchenware inspo, read our 10 expert tips for designing your kitchen. We've also chosen the best summer cookbooks to buy for fresh recipe inspiration. As the seasons change, look ahead with our best autumn home decor ideas for a kitchen makeover. Take a look inside beautiful kitchens for some interiors inspiration – see inside chef Jason Atherton's kitchen or food writer Ed Smith's bold orange design. Best summer kitchen accessories La Redoute Olympe Sunny cotton napkins Available from La Redoute (£14/set of 2) The prettiest addition to a summer tablescape, these cheery cotton napkins will bring the sunshine, whatever the weather. Daylesford Organic Wildflower Collection Available from Daylesford Organic (from £5) We've fallen head over heels for the new Wildflower Collection from Daylesford Organic. Made by artisans in India and with English meadow-inspired illustrations by Hugo Guinness, the collection comes in shades of blue and white and is comprised of everything from tablecloths and napkins to platters, bowls, serving mats and glassware. KS Creative Pottery Available from KS creative pottery (from £12), Whistles (from £30) This Sicilian-inspired tableware by potter Kate Sellers is meticulously designed, and hand-finished in her Staffordshire studio. With designs that feature pastel candy stripes and playful faces, it’s sure to add a touch of Italian sunshine and humour to any summer tablescape. 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It’s a visual feast of herbs including chives, rosemary, thyme, parsley, verbena, mint and lavender which creates a striking backdrop to any outdoor picnic. M&S Ikat picnic side plates Available from M&S (£10.50) Brighten up your picnic kit with these colourful melamine plates from M&S, great for dining al fresco without having to worry about anything getting broken. Sous Chef abstract enamel colander Available from Sous Chef (£49.99) Jazz up your kitchen with this cheerful colander that will add an instant splash of colour. Draining pasta never looked so stylish. Anthropologie floral vase Available from Anthropologie (£18) Display your summer blooms in this elegant, hand-painted vase – we love the pretty pink and orange tones. Wade Ceramics Gluggle jug Available from Amazon(£44.50), Graham and Green (£45) Impress your guests and liven up your dinner party with this quirky ceramic jug that gurgles as you pour. It's available in a range of colours, from sunshine yellow to pastel pink. Oliver Bonas shell salt and pepper shakers Available from Oliver Bonas (£19.50) Channel the memories of a seaside summer holiday with this quirky salt and pepper shaker set. They'll make a great talking point at the dinner table when entertaining. Bordallo Pinheiro strawberry serving dish Available from John Lewis & Partners (£29) Make a seasonal statement with this bold strawberry platter. Pile it high with berries or use it to serve up nibbles with pre-dinner drinks. Lékué ice cube tray Available from Lakeland (£19.99) A practical purchase that will keep you stocked with ice all summer long, this is our pick if you need a new ice cube tray. The clever system makes 33 honeycomb-shaped ice cubes at once, which can then be tipped into the storage box below while you freeze another batch in the lid. Say goodbye to warm drinks! Sous Chef octopus terracotta bottle Available from Sous Chef (£43) This funky terracotta bottle – filled with fruity oil made with olives from Italy’s Apulia region – will make a great focal point for the dining table or add a pop of colour to your kitchen shelves. Le Creuset Signature cast iron shallow casserole Available from Amazon (£213.75), Le Creuset (£249) Rustle up midweek risottos in this shallow casserole dish in a smouldering volcanic shade of orange. It’s pretty enough to take straight from the oven or hob to the table. For more ideas, visit our Le Creuset deals round-up. 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Cool off after dinner with one of our impressive but easy-to-make frozen desserts, from ice cream cake and peanut butter parfait to Indian kulfi and frozen cheesecake
Looking for frozen dessert ideas? Want to make an impressive ice cream cake, silky parfait or delicious frozen yogurt? Try our ideas below then check out our summer dessert ideas, ice cream cakes, frozen yogurt recipes and yogurt recipes. Best frozen dessert recipes Brioche ice cream sandwiches Sweet, indulgent brioche buns are great for filling with velvety ice cream. To make this recipe even easier, skip baking the buns and use shop-bought ones instead. Pistachio and chocolate icebox cake The icebox cake is a US staple. Our version is made up of layers of ice cream and Oreos. Once you've finished it, put it in the freezer to firm up and it'll be easy to cut into wedges. Cherry and pistachio neapolitan Entertain guests with this effortless dessert that showcases Italy's best flavours – coloured like the Italian flag, your guests won't help but be impressed. Malted milk and caramel ice cream pie This ice cream pie is an easy make-ahead dessert that everyone will love. It will keep for up to a week, wrapped in clingfilm in the freezer – in case you're not inclined to share. Instant mango fro-yo Check out this super speedy dairy-free frozen yogurt. This easy recipe only uses three ingredients (lime, mango and coconut yogurt) and takes minutes to make. Blackberry ripple ice cream sandwiches These irresistible ice cream sandwiches are surprisingly quick to make and the ice cream part requires no churning whatsoever. (We have lots more ice cream sandwich recipes where this came from.) Baked Alaska Fluffy sponge is topped with creamy ice cream and a layer of shiny, scorched meringue for an impressive showstopper dessert – it is a classic for a reason! Neapolitan semifreddo Made with crushed fruit, pure vanilla and 70% chocolate, this neapolitan semifreddo is a posh version of a childhood favourite. Make the most out of strawberry season and make this classic dessert with a twist. White chocolate and strawberry ice cream cake Chocolate, ice cream and cake: three things we love in our puddings. Try this easy layered ice cream cake for a fun dessert. For more inspiration, check out our best strawberry recipes. Frozen yogurt bark Shivi Ramoutar's yogurt bark is a great way to cool down on a hot day and makes for a novel BBQ dessert. It only takes 10 minutes of hands-on time too. Try changing up the toppings, if you like. Frozen chocolate and hazelnut cheesecake Check out this frozen Nutella cheesecake with classic bourbon biscuits and crunchy roasted hazelnuts. This indulgent dessert is easy to make and perfect for a summertime dinner party with friends. We have lots more Nutella recipes to try, too. Turkish ice cream (dondurma) Try Turkish ice cream this summer, made with goat's milk and vanilla. Finish with a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil. Raspberry and rosewater kulfi with toasted almond sprinkles Kulfi is an Indian ice cream made by evaporating whole milk until it’s really rich and almost caramelised. The beauty of enriching the milk like this is that you don’t need an ice cream maker to churn and break up ice crystals, so it’s an easy pudding to make. We have more individually portioned dessert ideas here. Frozen yogurt with griddled nectarines and honeyed pistachios This recipe makes for an easy, speedy dessert for four. It's stylish, light and low-calorie, too – ideal for a summer dinner party. Strawberries and cream ice lollies Strawberries and cream frozen together make the best ice lollies. Roast the berries, mix with condensed milk and freeze for a fun take on the classic English summer flavour combination. Check out our other ice lolly recipes too. Chocolate and black pepper gelato Try our recipe for indulgent and creamy homemade chocolate gelato spiced up with black pepper. Gelato differs from ice cream in the fat content – ice cream is usually made with cream, while gelato is milk-based. The trick to this silky smooth gelato is to add some liquid glucose – this lowers the freezing point so it doesn’t freeze rock solid. Apricot and amaretti semifreddo This no-churn Italian ice cream dessert is sure to impress dinner party guests. Make with fresh apricots and a dash of Ameretto, the best Italian liqueur. Salted peanut butter caramel parfait Salted caramel is welcome in any dessert of ours, and here it's got a peanut butter twist which makes it even more indulgent and addictive. Serve this silky frozen ice cream parfait at a dinner party, or keep a tub of it in the freezer for when you want a treat. Banana split ice lollies Use bananas, dark chocolate and non-dairy yogurt to make a dessert that helps keep your tummy in the best possible condition, in the tastiest way. Frozen Daim bar and almond cake Recreate this adored treat created by Jonas Karlsson of Linnea restaurant in Kew. Frozen Daim bar parfait is topped with caramelised chopped almonds and amaretto sauce to make a fun buy stylish dessert. Black forest ice cream cake Two classics collide to create a decadent ice cream terrine that’s surprisingly low effort and requires no oven cooking. This impressive make-ahead dessert uses shop-bought ice cream and is sure to wow guests. Vienetta parfait Handmade double-cream ice cream, ripples of salty caramel butterscotch and crunchy, rich, dark chocolate. This is the dessert you’ve been dreaming of, from Chelsea restaurant Rabbit. Black cherry granita Try our black cherry granita – it's a perfect summer palate cleanser. This recipe is super quick and easy to make, and it's great for a big crowd.
The flavours in this lively salad only get better over time, so it’s a great one to prep ahead. Even better, it only takes 15 minutes to assemble
Try our recipe for a summer butterbean salad, then try our sausage and butter bean casserole, bag-baked cod with tomatoes, chorizo and butter beans and turmeric and ginger butter bean stew. Now try more butter bean recipes. Summer butterbean salad recipe
Tom Zahir's New Orleans-style chargrilled oysters
Chef Tom Zahir from Decatur in London shares handy tricks and a fabulous flame-licked recipe for New Orleans-style oysters
Have you ever shucked your own oysters before? Decatur London's Tom Zahir shares his signature recipe for chargrilled oysters, along with some handy tips and tricks if you're making them yourself at home. Or let Decatur do the hard work and treat yourself to a flame-grilled oysters meal kit. View Green Video on the source website
Get ready for the weekend with these fab boozy batch cocktails, from mezcal and kombucha cooler to spicy margaritas, raspberry frosé and Jamaican rum punch
Looking for easy jug cocktails? Try one of our quick and simple ideas including grown-up slushies, spicy margaritas and kombucha coolers. The best jug cocktails are fuss-free and need minimal ingredients, like our cider mimosa and negroni sbagliato. Need an affordable and eco-friendly way to keep your drinks cool? Check out the best reusable ice cubes and how to use them. See our best summer cocktails next. 12 jug cocktail recipes Gin garden fizz This gin cocktail is the perfect addition to any barbecue. Made with a homemade sugar syrup, fresh lemon, and a medley of your favourite summer fruits, it’s a simple yet refreshing drink that’s easy to prepare in a jug. Light, zesty, and full of vibrant flavours, it's the ideal drink to serve when entertaining a crowd. White wine sangria Do something different if you're entertaining this summer – mix up a jug of our simple white sangria with delicate elderflower and seasonal fruity flavours. Olive summer cup This is our homemade version of Pimm's and it's the perfect drink for summer sipping. Plus, you probably already have the ingredients lurking in your cupboard. Rosé sangria This light and refreshing raspberry rose sangria is perfect for warm summer evenings. The crisp rosé wine is enhanced with a splash of raspberry liqueur, adding a fruity kick. White port and grapefruit cooler Fill a large jug ¾ full with ice. Add 300ml white port, 500ml pink grapefruit tonic and stir. Garnish with pink grapefruit slices. Jamaican rum punch Fill a large jug ¾ full with ice. Add 300ml golden rum, 100ml lime juice, a dash of Angostura bitters, 200ml smooth orange juice, 200ml pineapple juice and stir well. Pour in 200ml grenadine syrup just before serving. Check out more of our best rum cocktail recipes here. Raspberry frosé Tip two bottles of rosé wine into a large plastic container, then freeze for 3-4 hours. Meanwhile, tip 50g caster sugar and 100ml water into a pan. Bring to a simmer until the sugar dissolves then add 300g raspberries and cover. Turn off the heat and leave for 20 minutes. Blend, strain through a sieve and cool. Scoop the frozen wine out into a blender, whizz until smooth then add the raspberry purée and blend again. Tip into a large jug and garnish with extra raspberries. Negroni sbagliato Fill a large jug ¾ full with ice. Add one bottle of prosecco, 100ml Campari and 200ml sweet vermouth. Top up with chilled soda water and stir. Garnish with orange peel. Check out our best negroni recipes here. Cider mimosa Fill a large jug halfway with ice. Pour in 800ml of dry sparkling cider (we used Aspall Premier Cru) with 100ml smooth orange juice and a few orange slices in a large jug. Mix well, then pour in 1-2 tbsp of grenadine before serving. Mezcal and kombucha cooler Fill a large jug halfway with ice. Pour in 200ml of mezcal with 660ml of plain kombucha, 100ml of fresh apple juice (not from concentrate) and a few slices of red apple. Mix well before serving. Peach, tea and bourbon slushie Steep 2 English breakfast tea bags in 400ml boiling water for 5 minutes, then mix in 2-3 tsp sugar and cool. Chop 3-4 peaches into bite-sized pieces and mix with the tea and 300ml bourbon. Pour into a blender and blitz until smooth. Pour into a plastic container and freeze for 2 hours or until a pourable, slushie-like consistency. Stir then pour into a large jug and serve. Cucumber and jalapeño margarita Infuse one chopped jalapeño in 300ml tequila for 30-45 minutes or until you can taste the heat of the chilli. Meanwhile, blitz 1 cucumber in a food processor and pass through a sieve to remove the pulp, pressing gently with a spatula to extract as much juice as possible. Fill a large jug halfway with ice. Pour in the cucumber juice followed by 100ml Cointreau and 100ml lime juice. Mix well. Serve in glasses with citrus-chilli salt rims (simply rub a lime wedge around the rims, then press into a mixture of mild chilli powder and sea salt flakes). Plus, we've got plenty more summer cocktail recipes over here.
Slow cook your pork belly slices for fall-apart meat, soft, melting fat and lots of flavour. Finish off on the BBQ for a smoky flavour and caramelised edges
Try our recipe for BBQ pork belly, then try our BBQ buffalo chicken thighs with wedged ranch salad, bulgogi (Korean BBQ beef) and BBQ steak sandwich. Now try more BBQ recipes. BBQ pork belly: cook's tips: Pork belly slices are great to cook on the barbecue, and precooking means you just need to concentrate on charring them, rather than cooking them through Stuff the pork belly slices into bread rolls with coleslaw and mustard, or serve instead of ribs at your next barbecue Keeps for up to three days – reheat in the air-fryer or oven BBQ pork belly recipe
Golden, charred aubergines are paired with crumbled feta, olives and herbs in this summery salad. Soaking the sultanas in vinegar makes them extra-juicy
Try our recipe for aubergine salad with mint and pine nuts, then try our warm aubergine, pomegranate and onion salad, sticky ginger aubergine, smoked aubergine, pepper and walnut salad with pomegranate and grilled aubergine sabich salad. Now try more aubergine recipes. Cook's tips for aubergine salad with mint and pine nuts: Add cooked spelt, couscous or freekeh for a more filling salad Aubergine salad with mint and pine nuts recipe
Shake up one of our favourite gin cocktails, from classic martinis and negronis to a fruity bramble and zesty gimlet
Our collection of the best gin cocktails features everything from a refreshing gin fizz to a fruity Singapore sling, as well as plenty of classic gin cocktails including martinis, negronis and gimlets. Looking for a UK gin? Find your favourite from our list of the best British gins here, then check out our best gins, flavoured gins and savoury gins to try. For a sunny boost to your G&T, check out our round up of citrus gins. Want to really impress fellow cocktail lovers? Recreate your favourite bar at home with our best drinks trolley ideas, and discover how to elevate your cocktail skills with our best home bar hacks. Mix up cocktails in style with our picks of the best cocktail shakers to buy. 39 gin cocktail recipes Dry gin martini This dry gin martini is the epitome of simplicity and elegance. With just three ingredients it’s quick to make – taking only a few minutes plus chilling time. The classic 5:1 ratio of gin to dry vermouth creates a crisp, refined flavour, but you can adjust it to suit your taste: for a wetter martini, go for a 4:1 ratio, or increase the gin for a drier finish. Stirring the ingredients with ice ensures the perfect level of dilution, resulting in a beautifully balanced cocktail. Gimlet cocktail Fresh lime juice, homemade lime syrup and mint add a zingy burst to this easy three-ingredient gin cocktail – the perfect afternoon refresher. See more three-ingredient cocktail recipes here. Tom collins cocktail Turn your hand to making a classic tom collins for a cocktail that is as refreshing as it is sour. Singapore sling Try this gin-based tipple for a fruity cocktail which mixes an exciting array of ingredients, including cherry brandy and Cointreau. Gin garden fizz This gin cocktail is the perfect addition to any barbecue. Made with a homemade sugar syrup, fresh lemon, and a medley of your favourite summer fruits, it’s a simple yet refreshing drink that’s easy to prepare in a jug. Light, zesty, and full of vibrant flavours, it's the ideal drink to serve when entertaining a crowd. Negroni Gin is one of the three ingredients (plus Campari and Vermouth) to make the simple but punchy negroni cocktail. Want to know how to make the best negroni? Check out our quick and easy recipe for this punchy Italian cocktail. Here is our ultimate guide to the negroni, with plenty of variations on the classic gin cocktail. Rhubarb and ginger negroni This update on the classic negroni using rhubarb and ginger is a great shout for spring. It comes from Black Dice, a 1960s rock 'n' roll inspired bar tucked away beneath Moroccan restaurant MOMO in Mayfair. It's open until 3am, perfect for a nightcap. Cranberry gimlet Try this easy three-ingredient spin on a gimlet – it's made with cranberries for subtle sharpness and a vivid pink colour. Rhubarb and rose gin fizz We’ve given a classic Ramos gin fizz an update, swapping the usual orange blossom water for rose water and adding a touch of homemade rhubarb syrup to give it a blush of pink. It’s delicate in flavour and creamy enough to replace dessert, and is bound to impress. If you're a fan of rhubarb cocktails, try making homemade rhubarb gin next. Limoncello and thyme collins Making your own limoncello is surprisingly easy and is great in this cocktail. Just mix the limoncello with gin and soda for a sweet gin drink. English garden cocktail Gin, elderflower, cucumber; quintessentially British ingredients that are perfect for creating a refreshing gin cocktail. English garden is really easy to make and could be made into a jug cocktail, too, just multiply the ingredients by the number of people you want to serve. See more jug cocktail recipes here. Gin fizz Mix gin with lemon juice, sugar and sparkling water to make a classic gin fizz. The egg white isn’t essential, but does create a silky texture. Mediterranean Tom Collins Put a twist on the classic tom collins with herbaceous gin, evoking the flavours of the Mediterranean. Piña colada martini A bright and easy cocktail that’s sure to put a spring in your step – made with gin, coconut rum and pineapple juice for the classic piña colada flavour. Cucumber gin fizz Gin and cucumber is a classic British combination. This simple cocktail from Valentine Warner makes a great, refreshing pre-dinner drink for the summer months. Tuxedo cocktail Savour the sophistication of this sleek tuxedo cocktail, a close cousin to the classic martini, with a distinctive twist. Instead of vermouth it uses dry fino sherry to lend an appetisingly nutty edge. White negroni Suze adds a golden hue to this white negroni, mixed with gin and Cocchi Americano. Bacon and egg martini Essentially, the martini is a mix of London dry gin or vodka and French dry vermouth, stirred over ice, strained and poured into an ice-cold cocktail glass. Lemon zest or a good quality green olive is the usual garnish. Try our twists on the gin martini recipe including a vanilla martini, a gingerbread and espresso cocktail, or a bacon and egg martini. Vesper martini London dry gin is paired with vodka and Lillet Blanc, a wine-based aperitif from France, to make a zesty martini cocktail. Sake and gin martini Swap vermouth for sake in this Japanese-inspired take on the classic cocktail. Check out our guide to sake here, along with a recipe for sake and tonic. East India gimlet In the Permit Room at Dishoom King’s Cross, drinks-walla Carl Brown has created a range of bottle- and barrel-aged cocktails. If you can’t make it to Dishoom, try this recipe for an Indian twist on a classic gimlet. Martinez This super-chic cocktail combines gin, vermouth and maraschino liqueur with bitters, creating a cross between a martini and a manhattan. Bramble gin cocktail This recipe for a classic bramble gin cocktail is a great one to have in your repertoire. Invented by Dick Bradsell in the 80s and is now a modern classic, using London dry gin and blackberry liqueur. If you're a fan of blackberry drinks, try our homemade blackberry whisky recipe next. Burleighs white lady cocktail Leicestershire gin maker, Burleighs, has used its export strength gin to make this timeless cocktail. The gin's fresh orange notes pair effortlessly with the bitter orange Cointreau and fresh lemon juice. Broken spur A delicious cocktail with gin, vermouth and port, plus a splash of Pernot. A wee gin and jam cocktail Jam and gin? In a cocktail? It works brilliantly, especially when the ingredients include Rock Rose gin, lemon juice, and plenty of citrus zest. This is a simple gin cocktail served on the rocks. Gentian white lady cocktail An elegant gin cocktail recipe from Bumpkin restaurant, laced with some fine Portobello Road gin. Add lime juice, sugar syrup, egg white and, if you're feeling fancy, some flower petals to serve. Whitley Neill aviation cocktail The favourite of the gin cocktails from gin makers Whitley Neill, this drink is made from maraschino liqueur, freshly squeezed lemon juice, a healthy glug of gin, and some chilled mineral water for a refreshing gin drink. Southside fizz cocktail This Southside Fizz cocktail recipe uses Boodles Gin – and all it calls for (apart from the gin) is lemon juice, sugar syrup and a handful of mint leaves. Find some more unusual gins here. Lion of soho cocktail A fresh, zesty cocktail using King of Soho London dry gin. A healthy glug of gin, sugar syrup, lemon juice, fresh grapefruit juice and some decorative basil leaves make this a great cocktail to sip in the sunshine. Iced tea cocktail A simple, refreshing gin cocktail from Bourne and Hollingsworth Buildings restaurant. Just mix gin with Creme de Peche, a little Earl Grey tea and some lemon juice to make one of our favourite alcoholic ice teas. A clementine ‘last minute’ cocktail Whip up this delicious clementine cocktail in just five minutes to delight your guests. Dry gin, crème de cassis and clementine is the perfect sweet and sour combination. Sink the pink This is a refreshing gin cocktail from the team at Loves Company in Shoreditch. They use homemade syrups and liqueurs here, as well as making posh toasties. This gin recipe uses Beefeater gin along with grapefruit juice and plums. Pickle martini Pickle brine from the jar offers a salty and savoury boost to a classic martini. Christmas spiced negroni Try this festive spin on a negroni – using spiced gin and festive flavours such as star anise, cinnamon and orange. Christmas gin cocktail Giving this drink a proper shake in your cocktail shaker will ensure a lovely, creamy layer of egg white on top of this festive tipple. Sloe gin fizz Sloe gin is mixed with sugar syrup, lemon juice and sparkling water to make this fun festive twist on a classic gin fizz. Try making your own homemade sloe gin for an extra special touch, or check out our expert review of 10 of the best sloe gins to buy. Hot sloe gin negroni Using sloe gin adds a fruity depth but also extra sweetness. Use a dry vermouth rather than the sweet red in the classic recipe. Dirty martini This easy Christmas cocktail makes the perfect gift to bring to a festive party – keep chilled in the fridge for emergencies. If you fancy drinking gin cocktails, but don't want to make them yourself, visit one of the top gin bars in the UK. If you want to add gin to your bakes, make our popular gin and tonic cake recipe. Or go classic with a gin and tonic, and make our gin and tonic dip dabs.
Chipotle, smoked paprika, brown sugar and lime zest make a sweet, sticky marinade to coat halloumi for a stunning vegetarian barbecue dish
Try our recipe for halloumi skewers with chipotle and lime, then try our grilled halloumi salad, halloumi wraps, halloumi pasta and halloumi curry. Now try more halloumi recipes. Halloumi skewers with chipotle and lime recipe
Looking for vegan BBQ ideas? Create a meat-free feast with our ultimate recipes including vegan burgers, smoky miso aubergines, tempeh kebabs and even doner
Want the best vegan burger ideas? Looking for the ultimate plant-based grill? Try our vegan BBQ recipes then check out our vegan comfort food, vegetarian barbecue ideas, vegan desserts and easy vegan summer recipes. Plus, here are some BBQ cooking tips to get your grill going. Next discover 10 things I wish I knew before going vegan and the best vegan storecupboard essential ingredients. Discover our best vegan meal prep tips. Find out why some alcohol isn't vegan and learn about the best accidentally vegan foods. Tips for the ultimate vegan BBQ menu Starters: get your al fresco dining off to a great start with some easy dips and homemade flatbreads BBQ mains: from vegan burgers to tempeh skewers, vegans need not miss out on vibrant barbecue flavours Sides: serve some grilled corn or vibrant plant-based salads Desserts: round off a delicious meal with vegan banana ice cream or vegan vanilla cheesecake Drinks: it's not a barbecue without some refreshing sharing cocktails and mocktails Vegan BBQ recipes Vegan burger With a full-on flavour and meaty texture, this is a great vegan burger for the grill. It's fully loaded with a patty made from beans and rice, and is a must for any BBQ. Mushroom shawarma This is a stunning kebab recipe which also happens to be vegan, as the toum sauce is made without egg. It's so worth making your own shawarma spice mix, so don't skip that step! Try more umami-rich mushroom recipes. Vegan pulled jackfruit burger Our easy BBQ jackfruit is super meaty but with a sweet, fruity taste. The soft, melty jackfruit is perfectly balanced with a tangy, crunchy slaw. Serve up this plant-based showstopper in just 35 minutes. Vegan doner with homemade pittas and garlic mayo Check out this super vibrant, easy vegan doner kebab recipe using seitan. Served with a creamy garlic mayonnaise using tofu, and warm homemade pittas. Charred hispi cabbage with hazelnut romesco This trendy charred hispi cabbage with hazelnut romesco dish is really easy to prepare but packs a lot of flavour. Perfect as part of a main dish or on its for own for a quick midweek meal. Vegan elotes with cashew crema This Mexican recipe is a deliciously indulgent vegan take on classic BBQ grilled sweetcorn, great as part of a colourful vegan BBQ feast. Discover our vegetarian Mexican recipes. Smoky miso aubergines Miso and aubergine is a match made in heaven, and this recipe is perfect for the BBQ this summer. Make sure you check the miso is vegan. Shiitake seitan burger with kimchi mayo This recipe uses chunky shiitake mushrooms to replicate the texture of mince in these grillable burgers, as well as to give an umami boost. Don’t be daunted by the long ingredient list or prep time: it’s a super simple process and the results are delicious. Vegan tempeh and pineapple kebabs Chunks of tempeh are marinated in soy, rice wine, garlic and Chinese five-spice before joining juicy pineapple on skewers and hitting the grill in this easy vegan BBQ recipe. Farro, grilled peach and pecan salad The grilled peaches deliver a satisfying sweetness, balanced by the zing of lime-pickled shallots and the smoky nuttiness of toasted pecans in this vibrant vegan salad. Vegan mushroom burger This ever-popular mushroom burger, with its smoky, charred, flat-mushroom filling is the perfect vegan option for parties and barbecues. Stuffed portobello mushrooms These vegan stuffed mushrooms work well as quick and easy burgers too; put them into buns with hummus, salad leaves and roasted red peppers. Tender spring onions with charred romesco The romesco ingredients are blistered and charred on the BBQ before being whizzed up and used as a sauce for the soft BBQ spring onions. Just peel away the blackened outer layer of the onions to reveal tender insides. Vegan lentil burgers Check out this quick and easy vegan burger recipe with curry and ginger-spiced lentils. Ready in just 30 minutes, these punchy patties make a super simple summer recipe for four. Lemon and mint marinated courgettes These zesty grilled courgettes are a great BBQ side dish. They're made in a griddle pan in this recipe but could work well on the BBQ too. Try more courgette recipes. Aubergine kebabs with charred onion salsa Try these veggie skewers for an easy BBQ option – simple to put together, quick to cook and easily scaled up or down depending on how many you’re feeding. Fattoush with crisp spiced chickpeas A vibrant, summery salad that mixes chickpeas with herby pitta croutons, radishes, tomatoes, sumac and a pomegranate molasses dressing. Vegan BBQ jackfruit sliders with mustard slaw Jackfruit pulls apart just like slow-roasted pork and is wonderful at soaking up this BBQ sauce, which is spicy, smoky and slightly sharp with a deep, dark sweetness. Grilled pepper tacos with mole sauce These vegan tacos feature mole sauce – a satisfying blend of smoky chillies, peanuts, spices and dark chocolate. This staple of Mexican cuisine is usually found on enchiladas but here it compliments the sweet bitterness of green peppers, blistered over the grill. Grilled vegetable antipasti Kick off your vegan barbecue with these gorgeous grilled veggies. Serve with fresh focaccia, olives and cured meats for an impressive spread. BBQ aubergines This aubergine and pepper muhammara is smoky and sweet, with just a little hint of tang. It makes an ideal side dish at a barbecue as it complements almost everything. Grilled peas These grilled peas are so easy to make and so addictively good. Grill them on the BBQ for 15 minutes to eat as a snack while you're waiting for everything else to be ready. Sri Lankan spiced grilled cabbage Coat charred hispi cabbage in spices and tomatoes to elevate your summer barbecue – it's also vegan and gluten-free, so everyone can enjoy. Homemade veggie burgers Try our veg packed vegan burgers for a quick dinner ready in 20 minutes. The idea behind these burgers is that you can grow many of these ingredients your garden or allotment throughout the year, including aubergines, courgettes, pepper and tomatoes. Teriyaki aubergine A fab dish for the BBQ. Try our teriyaki aubergine recipe, it's easy, serves four as a side and has only 105 calories. This vegan marinade is sticky, sweet and perfect for brushing over grilled or roasted veggies. Roast courgette, chickpea and lemon salad Check out this quick and easy vegan salad recipe with roasted courgettes and crunchy chickpeas tossed in punchy harissa. It's ready in 20 minutes and low in calories too. Charred chilli salsa This salsa (made with both red and scotch bonnet chillies) goes great with grilled meat – making it the perfect accompaniment for a barbecue. Homemade BBQ sauce This sweet and tangy homemade BBQ sauce can be served with burgers and sausages or used to glaze ribs and barbecued chicken. Blackened pineapple chow Celebrate the joy of barbecuing with this effortless blackened pineapple topped with hot sauce, garlic, lime and coriander. Serve hot or cold. Try more pineapple recipes.
Our best BBQ ideas to help you celebrate the sunshine, from meaty and plant-based burgers to caramelised ribs, grilled seafood and homemade BBQ sauce
Looking for BBQ recipes? Here's our expert guide to creating the perfect BBQ. We have BBQ ideas to suit all your needs from burger recipes and sausage recipes to pulled pork and chicken wings. We've also included the best meaty showstoppers, best BBQ sides, vegan BBQ dishes, veggie BBQ recipes, best ever skewers, some epic grilled seafood and fish recipes and healthy barbecue ideas too. Once you're chosen your meat and veg to grill, prepare one of our make-ahead summer desserts, and whip up a batch of cocktails in jugs. If you're hosting this summer, check out our guide on how to create a festival in your garden. Enjoy the sun! How to cook meat on the BBQ The barbecue is a versatile cooking tool, it’s an oven and smoker as well as a fierce grill, and we don’t think we’ve been harnessing its true potential. With a bit of planning and care, you can create something truly magical – and here’s how. Start early. Light the coals or get the gas barbecue up to temperature, and tend it. The trick with low and slow barbecuing is to keep the temperature even. Brits tend to throw a whole bag of coal with a pack of firelighters and cook when it’s raging hot. Don’t. Start with a third of a bag, or find the right level on the gas and keep it there. This is an exercise in restraint and patience. Find your inner Zen. Use breathing techniques. Calmly does it. The meat is also important. Most cuts of brisket in the UK have been trimmed of almost all fat. You need this fat when cooking low and slow. It’ll keep the meat beautifully moist. Buy a meat thermometer. There are some people who can tell how the inside of a piece of meat is cooking from 1,000 yards away, most can’t. A meat thermometer lets you know exactly how the meat is cooking and when it’s ready. Best BBQ food ideas Best BBQ mains Jerk chicken Fire up the BBQ to make our easy jerk chicken recipe, best served with rice and peas or a fresh crisp salad. The best BBQ burger We like our burgers piled sky-high. This version comes with our secret sauce (made from four very simple ingredients), sweet and sour onions, emmental cheese, gherkins, frilly lettuce, and more. We have lots more great burger recipes for you to check out. BBQ buttermilk chicken with charred courgette sauce Buttermilk creates the juiciest chicken on the BBQ – serve simply in a bun or with our smoky-sweet tomato and courgette sauce plus crunchy crumbs. Grilled kofte (izgara köfte) Grilled kofte – a Cypriot meat dish made with lamb or beef mince – makes a brilliant alternative to burgers at a barbecue (you can cook it in the oven, too). BBQ lamb platter with olive and almond pesto Make the most of sunny days with barbecued lamb cutlets, served alfresco and topped with a homemade olive and almond pesto for a fresh, vibrant flavour. Mexican BBQ Tikin xic (achiote-marinated fish) This vibrant Mexican BBQ dish celebrates gentle, smoky flavour: fish fillets marinated in achiote, citrus, and garlic are grilled in banana leaves until tender. Tikin xic is a fragrant, summery centrepiece perfect for outdoor feasting. Paneer BBQ skewers with charred naans This vegetarian skewer recipe will make your summer BBQ much more interesting. Marinade paneer then thread onto skewers and grill on the BBQ alongside homemade naans. Vietnamese BBQ caramel pork loin Try our glazed Vietnamese BBQ pork. This recipe is great for family BBQs; it's delicately sweet, gluten-free and easily serves six. On the podcast we catch up with author, food writer and live fire expert Helen Graves to get tips and tricks for creating the perfect BBQ, including lots of exciting recipe inspiration. View oEmbed on the source website Chicken tikka Cooking these chicken tikka skewers – marinated in yogurt, ginger, garlic and spices – on a barbecue provides extra flavour. BBQ pulled pork Pulled pork is a great recipe to feed a crowd at a summer BBQ. Ours are served up in soft buns with crunchy coleslaw – plus we've included extra instructions on how to make this recipe in a slow cooker. BBQ steak sandwich A great option for your next BBQ, this elevated bavette steak has it all: mustardy heat from the wasabi mayo and punchy umami from the marinade and juicy charred steak. BBQ kofte with whipped feta and tahini slaw Fancy something different at your next BBQ? Serve a spiced BBQ kofte with a nutty tahini dressing and a creamy whipped feta sauce. BBQ lamb with malt vinegar sauce This malt vinegar sauce is a British riff on a Carolina-style BBQ sauce and makes a great acidic partner for rich lamb, cooked over coals. BBQ pork belly Slow cook your pork belly slices for fall-apart meat, soft, melting fat and lots of flavour. Finish off on the BBQ for a smoky flavour and caramelised edges. BBQ chilli chicken wings These juicy chicken wings are spiced with paprika, cumin, cayenne pepper and fresh oregano. Crisp up on the BBQ and serve with a light yogurt sauce to feed a hungry horde. BBQ kebabs Make these Turkish-style lamb kebabs at your next BBQ. They're named after the city of Adana and flavoured with chilli and sumac. We have more great BBQ skewer recipes. Blackened cod po boys Turn your hand to Cajun cooking for your next BBQ with grill expert Helen Graves’s charred, smoky cod dish, served with fresh salad and stuffed into white sub rolls. Ultimate grillable vegan burger Looking for some plant-based options for your BBQ? These loaded, grillable vegan burgers are a must, with their full-on flavour and meaty texture. Fish kebabs These turmeric-infused kebabs work well on a skewer, or served inside a baguette with some mayonnaise. If that doesn’t appeal, a pile of sesame-dressed rice noodles or lettuce leaf cups make perfect accompaniments. BBQ jackfruit burger Check out this impressive recipe for a vegan alternative to pulled pork, served in a burger bun with apple slaw. Our easy BBQ jackfruit is super meaty but with a sweet, fruity taste – an ideal plant-based BBQ option. Spicy BBQ chicken kebabs with grilled pineapple This skewer recipe has it all: spicy chicken, sweet, caramelised charred pineapple and plenty of refreshing mint. Definitely a dish worth firing up the BBQ for. BBQ masala fish Inspired by a Keralan fish fry, this recipe for flaky, succulent sea bass in a rich, spicy masala has been adapted for the barbecue, making it ideal for summer entertaining. Serve with a fresh rice, mango and coconut salad. Oven-BBQ brisket with blue cheese slaw Get that slow-cooked BBQ vibe without having to slave over hot coals for hours. Serve with a rich creamy blue cheese slaw and fries BBQ chicken and sausages with a Carolina mustard BBQ sauce Fiery, piquant and less sweet than other varieties, Carolina BBQ sauce complements caramelised, smoky meat perfectly. Get it involved with your next BBQ using this great recipe that serves eight. BBQ butter chicken wings Check out these super succulent, creamy BBQ butter chicken wings from chef Karam Sethi at Indian restaurant, Brigadiers. BBQ scallops Check out this easy barbecue scallop recipe for a quick yet impressive BBQ dish, perfect for pescatarians. Butter burgers These burgers are inspired by the butter-drenched ones they serve in Wisconsin, USA. We’ve been a little bit more restrained with the application of butter but they’re still super-indulgent and ideal for a BBQ. Perfect BBQ chicken Learn how to cook a perfectly seasoned and juicy chicken on the BBQ and get the most of the bird with this recipe and our tricks of the trade. Bulgogi Cook this popular Korean beef dish on the barbecue for added smokiness. BBQ brisket Get the most out of your BBQ this summer with our seriously tender, home-smoked brisket. We've included some tricks and tips to help you nail this recipe, every time. ‘Indian Takeaway’ seekh kebabs Get these juicy lamb kebabs on the grill. Fragrant with coriander stalks, they pack a fair whack of chilli and are perfect wrapped inside a soft naan with pickled red onion salad, sliced cucumber and raita. BBQ chicken thighs with ras el hanout and honey Marinade chicken thighs in warming ras el hanout and sweet honey before throwing over those coals, for a fragrant twist on classic BBQ chicken. Whole chilli and lemongrass sea bream Our recipe for delicately soft BBQ sea bream, with a fiery chilli and punchy lemongrass marinade, makes a great BBQ dish. This recipe is inspired by the food of coastal regions of Vietnam, where market customers choose their fish and marinade, before getting it cooked on a huge charcoal grill. BBQ prawns with roasted gooseberry salsa Prawns make for a quick, simple and delicious BBQ dish. Believe it or not, they pair a treat with gooseberries – try them together in this super simple BBQ recipe. Brazil burger All the flavours of Brazil are crammed into one epic mouthful here – peri peri bacon, smoky chimichurri relish, cumin-spiced onion rings, creamy lime and avocado mayo – it’s a bit of extra effort but take the challenge and you’ll be rewarded with a gold-medal BBQ burger. BBQ pork ribs If peanut butter caramel sounds like something you’re more likely to drizzle over ice cream, think again. It elevates BBQ pork ribs to a whole new level – they’re best simply served with a citrussy slaw and rice. Cajun picanha with bean salad Check out this epic BBQ beef recipe with punchy cajun spices and a fresh bean salad. Popular in the US and Brazil, picanha is a pointed cut, so is great for serving a crowd as you’ll get well done to rare from the same piece of beef. Miso-glazed ribs with Asian slaw Check out these melt-in-the-mouth baby back ribs with a crunchy, vibrant Asian slaw. Clook them slowly in the oven to get the meat nice and tender before finishing off on the BBQ to crisp them up. Best BBQ sides BBQ corn on the cob Pep-up this grilled Mexican street snack with punchy Korean gochujang sauce and serve as a zingy side dish at your next BBQ. BBQ courgettes The combination of smoky, charred courgettes, creamy labneh and crunchy savoury granola makes this a perfect side dish when you're entertaining. BBQ aubergines For a BBQ veggie side dish which will complement almost everything, make this sweet and smoky aubergine and pepper muhammara with a little hint of tang. Charred lettuce with ranch dressing Rustle up this charred lettuce salad with bacon bits and creamy ranch dressing to serve as a side dish at a summer BBQ. BBQ cabbage Take BBQ hispi cabbage to the next level by drizzling over a super-savoury Marmite, egg yolk and bacon sauce for the ultimate smoky side dish. Barbecued carrot, ricotta and toasted pecans If you've never grilled a carrot before, try it out with this epic BBQ side dish, paired with ricotta and toasted pecans. Herb, watermelon and rice noodle salad This is a vibrant and refreshing BBQ side dish. Our Vietnamese-style herb salad is packed fresh mint, Thai basil and coriander, as well as juicy watermelon and fine rice noodles. Best BBQ marinades and sauces BBQ marinades Give your BBQ meat, fish and veg a little extra oomph this summer with these punchy marinades – from easy spiced jerk (great for ribs) to Asian chilli (ideal for salmon fillets and chicken thighs). Easy aïoli Want to make a silky, garlicky aïoli with all of the flavour but none of the faff? Try this super-simple version and serve it with your BBQ meats and veggie sides. Homemade BBQ sauce This multi-tasking sauce can be served with burgers and bangers or used to glaze ribs and chicken – a staple for your BBQ this summer. Best BBQ desserts Rum cake This classic rum and ginger cake is best made a day before – it’ll get fudgy and hold together better when crisping up on the barbecue or under the grill. Freezer key lime pie This is a great summer dessert to serve at a BBQ. It freezes brilliantly, so can be made well in advance. Just leave the cream topping off until you're about to serve. Check out more great summer dessert recipes here. Best BBQ drinks Watermelon juice Pair your BBQ feast with this lively watermelon juice, packed with plenty of vibrant, summer flavours. Classic sangria Channel sunny holiday vibes with this classic Spanish tipple. Grab a bottle of light, dry red wine, some fruit, brandy and lemonade and create your own version of this refreshing punch. 8 BBQ jug cocktails Quench your guests' thirsts at your next BBQ with these fab boozy batch cocktails, from mezcal and kombucha cooler to spicy margaritas, raspberry frosé, and Jamaican rum punch.
These are simple, pillowy and perfect for serving in a meze spread. Cheddar and wild garlic make a punchy duo to flavour the dough.
Try our recipe for wild garlic and cheddar flatbreads, then try our gorgonzola and grape flatbreads, bacon and kale pesto flatbreads and vegetarian BBQ flatbreads. Next try more flatbread recipes and wild garlic recipes. Read our guide on how to forage in cities in spring and summer. Wild garlic and cheddar flatbreads recipe
Make your barbecue meat-free with our vibrant vegetarian BBQ recipes, from grilled avocados drizzled in harissa to tandoori cauliflower and miso aubergines
Looking for easy vegetarian BBQ recipes? Want the perfect your veggie grill? Try our ideas below. Want the best meat-free burgers for the BBQ? Try one of our vegetarian burgers (vegan grillable burgers, halloumi sliders and the epic mushroom burger). Or create a show-stopping BBQ spread with our veggie side dishes, from Mexican elotes to marinated grilled courgettes. Vegetarian BBQ recipes Vegetarian BBQ flatbreads A great way to use up any leftover veg, check out these loaded veggie flatbreads for an interesting BBQ option. BBQ peach bruschetta Perfect as summer party snacks or a light starter for your next Italian-style dinner, these are sure to impress. For the best flavour, be sure to choose the ripest peaches you can find. Chilli paneer skewers Serve these sizzling chilli paneer skewers, marinated in chilli, cumin and yogurt, at your next summer barbecue. Mushroom shawarma This is a stunning kebab recipe which also happens to be vegan, as the toum sauce is made without egg. It's so worth making your own shawarma spice mix, so don't skip that step! This delicious and novel skewer recipe will definitely intrigue our BBQ guests. BBQ courgettes The irresistible flavour combination of smoky charred courgettes, creamy labneh and crunchy granola makes this a brilliant BBQ dish for vegetarians and meat-eaters alike. BBQ aubergine muhammara Aubergines and peppers come ultra-smoky and sweet in this versatile dip, making one show-off side dish to present at your next BBQ. Corn ribs Instead of cooking them in a frying pan, try barbecuing these kombu-seasoned corn ribs for a stunning addition to your summery spread. Potato and paneer kebabs Paneer is a mild-tasting cheese that's great for absorbing flavours. Here it's marinated in lemon juice and gunpowder spice before being grilled on skewers to make for a simple starter or light lunch. Aubergine kebabs with charred onion salsa A great way to cook aubergine on the BBQ. Here, slices get coated in pomegranate molasses, cumin, cinnamon, aleppo pepper and sumac before hitting the grill on skewers and being served with an onion, garlic, chilli and lemon salsa. Swap the yogurt for a plant-based version and you've got a great vegan BBQ dish. Charred tomatoes with sourdough Hot charred tomatoes are offset by a cool garlic yogurt in BBQ expert Helen Graves’s light and summery dish – cook in a griddle pan or under a hot grill if you don't have a barbecue. Jerk halloumi burger This veggie burger is big on flavour thanks to jerk halloumi. This vegetarian BBQ dish is really easy to make, is ready in just 20 minutes and feeds four. Mexican elotes This vegetarian BBQ idea is a classic way to eat corn in Mexico, and is usually bought from street vendors. Mexican crema is similar to soured cream, but saltier and creamier – perfect for cooling the fiery chilli powder in this recipe. Smoky miso aubergines Miso and aubergine is a match made in heaven, and this recipe is the perfect vegetarian option for the BBQ this summer. Whole tandoori cauliflower with jewelled rice salad Check out this Indian-style whole roasted cauliflower with fluffy rice, pomegranate seeds and crunchy pistachios. Make this showstopping veggie dish to impress friends and family at your next BBQ. Courgette lollipops Check out these easy veggie skewers with courgettes soaked in a citrusy sweet marinade with a hint of chilli. Make these quick skewers as a simple veggie BBQ side. Chargrilled baby aubergines meze Check out this easy veggie meze with chargrilled baby aubergines. This simple yet incredibly moreish recipe is ready in under an hour, a perfect dish to serve at your next summer BBQ. Spiced halloumi and watermelon skewers Try these super simple skewers with salty halloumi and sweet watermelon to serve at your next BBQ as a vegetarian option. Turmeric and coconut paneer with charred naans This paneer recipe will make your summer vegetarian BBQ much more interesting. Use an old baking tray to cook the naans as it wont be fit for using in the oven afterwards. Alternatively, cook them in a heavy-based frying pan on the hob until golden and puffed on both sides. Beetroot and halloumi sliders with chilli jam These vegetarian sliders made from chickpeas, beetroot and halloumi work great as snacks, starters or even a main course, simply adjust the portion size each time! Umeboshi tempeh and pineapple kebabs Delicious chunks of marinated tempeh work brilliantly with juicy pineapple in this easy vegan alternative to the traditional BBQ skewer. Grillable vegan burgers With their full-on flavour and meaty texture, suitable for the grill, these completely vegan loaded burgers are an absolute must at any vegetarian BBQ. Marinated summer veg antipasti The best vegetarian antipasti recipes use a colourful mix of summer veg. This easy one is an easy sharing plate of aubergines, peppers, courgette and mushrooms. Serve with crusty bread to mop up the juices. Smoky mushroom and walnut-stuffed portobellos A quick and easy vegan recipe for the BBQ. These work well as quick and easy veggie burgers too; put them into buns with hummus, salad leaves and roasted red peppers. Watermelon and halloumi salad Warm, salty halloumi goes brilliantly here with sweet watermelon and fresh mint – ideal for a BBQ side dish. Lemon and mint marinated courgettes These zesty grilled courgettes are a great vegetarian summer side dish to serve at your next BBQ. Grilled avocado halves with harissa hummus and tahini yogurt We love avocado! With this recipe for grilled avocado halves with harissa hummus and tahini yogurt, we've promoted it to our vegetarian BBQ star. Grilled peas These grilled peas are so easy to make, and so addictively good, that you’ll want them as a snack as often as you can. Sage, honey and roasted red pepper cornbread This vegetarian cornbread with sage, honey and roasted red pepper is super moist and easy to make. Drizzle with honey and serve with a little grated parmesan, this recipe is a great afternoon treat. Grilled Caeser salad Our quick and easy grilled caesar salad is a great option for a vegetarian BBQ side. What's more, it's vegetarian and gluten-free, plus it comes in at under 500 calories. Malay-grilled aubergine with ketjap manis, lime and spring onion This simple vegetarian recipe for a warm aubergine salad is so delicious. Perfect with grilled meats or as a vegetarian dish, the sweet soy-chilli sauce is quick to make as a dressing. Tender spring onions with charred romesco This seasonal spring onion idea makes a great vegan alternative for the BBQ.
Marinating the beef fillet in ground dried lime creates wonderfully tender skewers to serve with fluffy flatbreads, silky hummus and fresh orange slices
This Bahraini tikka recipe comes from Dina's book, Bahari: Recipes from an Omani Kitchen and Beyond (£26, DK). Dina says: "Both my mother’s and father’s families have ancestry from Bahrain. In Oman, people with this lineage are known as Bahranis or Baharnas. Having such a small and close community means we are all familiar with each family’s characteristics and cuisines, and so Bahraini tikka is well-known and loved among our community in Muscat. There is only one place in Muscat that does a good one – the shop mainly makes shawarmas, and is called Antalya after the city in Turkey, but nestled in the back is a man who makes excellent tikka: succulent, chargrilled skewers with a tender tang. It is essential that you eat this meat with bread, as the dried lime comes in very sharp if eaten on its own. Serve with flatbreads, hummus, raw onions, salad and sliced oranges." Bahraini tikka recipe
Don’t wait for barbecue season to make these tandoori prawns, they're perfect for a starter with a kachumber salad or as a canapé at a dinner party – juicy, full of flavour and no tandoor needed
Try these tandoori king prawns, then check out our easy tandoori chicken, slashed tandoori chicken with coriander chutney, tandoori lamb steaks with chilli-spiked slaw and more Indian recipes. Tandoori prawns recipe
Sticky plum and earl grey ribs with plum and sesame salad
Use a dry rub of earl grey tea and sugar on ribs and leave to marinate, then coat in a rich plum sauce spiced with ginger, cinnamon, star anise and allspice for plenty of flavour
Try this sticky plum and earl grey ribs with plum and sesame salad, then check out our barbecue-style pork ribs, sticky Chinese ribs and our best plum recipes for more inspiration. Cook's tips: Japanese plums, with their red hue, are the type you'd typically find in the supermarket, but don’t be afraid to branch out. Damsons are excellent for jam and gin due to their slightly bitter flavour, golden Mirabelles are sweet and juicy, and greengages can vary between tart and sweet, depending on how ripe they are.