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Barbecue recipes

A warm, sunny day and free afternoon is all the excuse you need for a relaxing BBQ. We've got masses of marvellous BBQ recipes, from spicy marinated meats and chargrilled kebabs to vegetarian options and vibrant salads, so you can enjoy a fabulous feast brimming with BBQ food.

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Jamie Oliver's puts a new spin on classic corn on cob with cheese, bacon and paprika for a winning BBQ side.
Supercharged corn on the cob
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For a crowd-pleasing summer dessert, look no further than this barbecued doughnut ice cream sandwiches recipe. The title alone is all you need to know! Pick up a packet of doughnuts and a tub of ice cream and transform them into a decadent dessert.
Barbecued doughnut ice cream sandwiches
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Throwing a barbecue? These meatball and Mediterranean vegetable kebabs are sure to be a real crowd-pleaser but are so easy to make, you could rustle them up for a speedy dinner any time the sun is shining.
Meatball and Mediterranean vegetable kebabs
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These easy vegetarian burgers are stacked with griddled aubergine, creamy goat's cheese and tangy pesto, perfect for barbecues and meat-free dinners.
Aubergine, pesto and goat's cheese burgers
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If you're looking for an easy barbecue side dish, try these speedy asparagus and chorizo skewers
Asparagus and chorizo skewers
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Chicken is essential when you're having a barbecue, and these tender, herby buttermilk legs will be popular with everyone. They're quick and simple to make, too.
Dill and buttermilk chicken legs
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Bring on barbecue season with these healthy burgers that have tons of meaty flavour despite using lean minced beef. The trick is to add mushrooms to the burger mix, as they have a deep, savoury flavour and help keep the meat moist without extra fat.
Beef and mushroom burger
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These colourful sweet potatoes are an ideal veggie barbecue recipe. Cool herby yogurt, tahini and pine nuts make a tasty and unusual filling for the smoky potatoes – serve as a vegetarian main or as a hearty side dish to a vibrant barbecue feast.
Charred sweet potatoes with tahini yogurt
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Popular barbecue recipes

Easy homemade beef burger
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The classic burger is an all time BBQ favourite! This super easy recipe gives you delicious burger patties, packed with onions, herbs and seasoning for extra flavour and juiciness, that are perfect for topping with cheese, lettuce and tomato
  • Serves 4
  • 37 mins
  • 472 calories
Sticky chicken wings
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Get messy with this easy sticky chicken wings recipe that makes the perfect finger food for a summer barbecue, or can be cooked indoors if the sun isn't shining. Serve with a creamy blue cheese slaw for an American-inspired feast.
  • Serves 4
  • 10mins to prepare, plus 30mins - 12hrs marinating and chilling and 30mins - 45mins to cook
  • 605 calories
Slow cooker shredded BBQ beef
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Enjoy all the flavours of a Texan barbecue with this slow cooker shredded beef. Seared beef and softened onions are gently simmered with vinegars, sugars and condiments, until the meat can be shredded. Perfect stuffed into bread rolls with pickles and red onion slices.
  • Serves 6
  • 250 mins
  • 348 calories
Sweetcorn and chickpea burgers with smoky tomato sauce
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Fire up the barbecue and make the meat-eaters jealous with these spicy chickpea and sweetcorn burgers. Served in buns with rocket and a smoky tomato sauce, the patties can also be cooked in a frying pan if British summer rain makes a classic if unscheduled appearance.
  • Serves 6
  • 30 mins
  • 314 calories
Tofu and vegetable skewers
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These tofu and vegetable skewers are a great option for vegans at barbecues. And if you're looking for a healthier alternative to the ubiquitous potato salad, the accompanying quinoi, harissa and broccoli is mouthwateringly good.
  • Serves 4
  • 45 mins
  • 380 calories
Potato and salmon salad with lemon
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Buttery new potatoes, zingy lemon and sweet succulent salmon are paired together in this hearty salad for a real taste of summer. With only five minutes needed to prep, throw in some sundried tomatoes and olives for a sunny Mediterranean flavour.
  • Serves 4
  • 25 mins
  • 495 calories
Turkey and rosemary skewers
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Use long woody stemmed sprigs of rosemary to make fragrant skewers.
  • Serves 4
  • 50 mins
  • 346 calories
Iced tea
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There’s nothing better than a cooling, citrus-scented glass of iced tea for ultimate refreshment. This classic drink is easy to make at home, and you can ring the changes with your favourite teas and garnishes.
  • Serves 4
  • 5 mins to prepare, plus cooling and chilling
  • 2 calories
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