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Sunday, May 19, 2019
9 Unusual Things to Grill This Summer
It’s not even June but if you fire up the grill most evenings during summer, there’s a chance that burgers, dogs, chicken, and steak will lose their luster at a certain point. There are so many things in this big world worth grilling, and just because you won’t find them in an average grocery store or butcher shop, doesn’t mean they can’t be had.
There are also more mischievious motivations; and if you’re anything like my dad, the uneasy look on peoples faces when they’re told the thing on their plate is something they’ve never eaten—and probably never thought they’d eat—is his version of winning a James Beard award.
We’ve already given you a crash course on grilling romaine lettuce, but what about some other unexpected meats (and a few vegetarian proteins) to drop over the charcoal this summer. Here are a few, sure to generate a few “ooohs”, “aaahs” and maybe even the occasion “umm…” at your next summer BBQ.
Rabbit Sausage (pack of 2), $19.99 on Amazon
Amazon
Rabbit is healthy and lean, has a mild flavor and more protein than beef or chicken. Because of its tame flavor profile rabbit would do well with a brine or marinade. Anything that works for grilled chicken would likely be a win with a rabbit too. Or to cut to the chase with these seasoned rabbit sausages.See It
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Beef Cheek (pack of 4), $69.99 on Amazon
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Beef cheek is a relatively tough cut of meat so just slapping it down on the grill isn’t the greatest plan. Instead, treat beef cheek more like brisket and slow smoke it, then finish it on the grill for those photogenic marks, and some tasty char on the outside.See It
Alligator Sausage (pack of 5), $52 on Amazon
Down on the bayou and in swampy Gulf states, if there ain’t alligator at the barbecue, it ain’t no barbecue. Alligator has a fairly mild taste, often compared to chicken, but this flavor-packed sausage is smoked and mixed with ground pork and cajun spices so there’s nothing mild about it. See It
Venison Burgers, (8 4-ounce patties) $28.18 on Amazon
Amazon
Venison is ubiquitous in some parts of the country but less popular on the coasts and in cities. With a full flavor, similar to beef but leaner, venison makes a good candidate for burgers.See It
Bread Cheese (pack of 2), 37.99 on Amazon
Amazon
Bread cheese is in the halloumi family. A firm cow’s milk cheese that holds up when cooked, meaning it won’t melt into the charcoals. A fun and different option for vegetarians who might be over the veggie burger vibes by the tim July 4th rolls around. Or grill it and top with fresh fruit and maple syrup for a quick BBQ dessert.See It
Ostrich Filets (pack of 4), $119.95 on Amazon
Amazon
Ostrich is like a very lean red meat, so you’d be wise to pair it with a rich sauce, flavorful rub or marinade. Treat these tender filets as you would a filet mignon.See It
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Wild Boar Ribs (pack of 4), $97.50 on Amazon
Amazon
Sure, we’ve all done baby back or spare ribs but consider wild boar for your next summer shindig. Boar meat is quite similar to pork, but a bit darker, with a more robust and intense flavor. It’s also leaner but you should treat these ribs like you would any rack of normal pork ribs.See It
Beyond Meat, 5.99 at Target
Target
Meat substitutes get more and more meat-like with each passing summer. Beyond Meats and Impossible Meats are two that are leading the charge and while Impossible Meats are still mostly only available, you can find beyond burgers and sausages in specialty stores nationwide. These burgers are fully plant-based but your guests might never know it.See It
Meatballs
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I likely don’t have to explain to you what meatballs are but cooking them on the grill instead of a frying pan is a good idea for a summer BBQ. The fire, adds a smoky char and sexy grill marks, too. Call on a favorite recipe but make sure you’re using a semi-firm ball that won’t fall apart on the grates.
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