How to cook winter vegetables on the barbecue?

Winter vegetables

Winter is a season rich in flavors and unique culinary possibilities. While we often think of barbecues for summer grilling, they're also perfect for showcasing winter vegetables! Discover our tips for cooking these winter delights on a wood or charcoal barbecue, and let yourself be inspired by a simple and delicious recipe.

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Let us guide you and discover how to reveal the authentic flavors of seasonal vegetables thanks to our chefs' tips.

Our tips for cooking winter vegetables on the barbecue

1. Prepare your vegetables like a chef

Winter vegetables such as cauliflower, parsnips, butternut squash, carrots or Brussels sprouts require special preparation to be enhanced on the barbecue.

• Cut them evenly to ensure they cook evenly.
• Marinade or flavored oil : add a touch of olive oil, rosemary, or a hint of smoked paprika to enhance the flavors.

2. Use baskets or skewers for easy cooking

To prevent small vegetables (such as Brussels sprouts or pieces of squash) from falling through the wire mesh:

• Opt for a grill basket or metal skewers .
• Alternate the pieces of vegetables on the skewers for balanced cooking and colorful presentations.

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3. Master indirect cooking

Indirect cooking is ideal for vegetables that require longer cooking times, such as sweet potatoes or celeriac. Place them next to the coals, not directly above, so they cook slowly and retain their tenderness.

4. Play with the smoke for unique aromas

Add a handful of wood chips (flavored with apple or hickory) to the embers to infuse your vegetables with smoky aromas. Roasted butternut squash and beets become particularly flavorful with this technique.

5. Don't forget the finishing touch: the garnish!

Once cooked, add a fresh topping :

• Fresh herbs such as parsley or coriander.
• A pinch of fleur de sel or a squeeze of lemon to enhance the flavors.

Recipe tip: Mixed winter vegetables grilled on the barbecue

Ingredients for this BBQ recipe:

• 1 small butternut squash
• 2 sweet potatoes
• 200g of Brussels sprouts
• 3 carrots
• 2 cloves of garlic
• 3 tablespoons of olive oil
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 sprig of fresh rosemary
• Salt, pepper

Recipe preparation:

1. Preheat your barbecue : prepare the coals for indirect cooking (approximately 200°C).
2. Prepare the vegetables :
• Cut the butternut squash, carrots and sweet potatoes into pieces.
• Wash the Brussels sprouts and remove their outer leaves if necessary.
3. Season :
• Mix the vegetables with the olive oil, paprika, rosemary, salt and pepper.
• Place them in a grill basket.
4. Cook :
• Place the basket on the grill, in indirect cooking mode, and stir regularly.
• Cook for approximately 25-30 minutes, until the vegetables are tender and lightly caramelized.
5. Serve :
• Add a finishing touch with a squeeze of lemon or some fresh herbs.

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