With sunshine, fresh air, and a beautiful backyard kitchen, what could be better? Outdoor living spaces provide a comfortable, luxurious oasis to enjoy all year long.
Now that you’ve got your dream backyard kitchen, you’ll need the outdoor cooking recipes, too. Whether you’re a beginner chef or a culinary pro, this article can help.
Read on for the top delicious recipes to make and enjoy in your outdoor cooking station.
1. Spicy Kebabs
Spicy kebabs are one of the simplest and most delicious dishes to make on your outdoor cooking stove or grill.
For this recipe, you’ll need skewers, boneless pork, red onion, soy sauce, dried mushroom, and garlic cloves. For added spice, you may consider using chile peppers or your favorite spicy seasoning.
When your pork is frozen enough to feel firm, slice it into small bite-sized cubes. Then, add your seasonings, onion, soy sauce, dried mushroom, and garlic cloves into a plastic ziplock bag. Next, add the pork into the bag and marinate the meat for around six hours.
Once the meat is finished marinating, place the cubes onto a skewer and grill them for about 3 minutes or until brown. Place the skewers on a serving plate with grilled mushrooms and onions and coat with the remaining marinade.
2. Cast-Iron Pizza
If your family loves to order pizza, get creative and make some of your own pies in the backyard. This recipe is perfect for entertaining friends and family of all ages.
For this pizza, you’ll need a cast-iron skillet, pizza dough, sauce, and toppings of your choice. We recommend bell peppers, mushrooms, pepperoni, and green olives for a delicious, savory flavor.
Once your dough is soft and malleable, create a circular shape that is about 1/2 inch thick. Next, add a splash of your favorite cooking oil and coat the skillet before adding in the dough. Flip the dough until both sides appear golden brown and add your sauce, cheese, and toppings.
As a pro tip, add a lid on top of the skillet to cook the toppings more thoroughly. Once your pie is complete, serve with a side of olive oil, sea salt, and basil for added flavor.
3. Fire Pit Chili
Perfect for the cooler months, chili is one of the top comfort foods to make in your outdoor cooking fire pit.
For this recipe, you’ll need bell peppers, red onion, chili powder, cumin, tomato paste, diced tomatoes, dry seasoning, and red kidney beans. You may also add ground beef or your favorite Italian sausage.
Add all your ingredients into a large pot or cast-iron bowl. Place the chili on top of your fire pit or outdoor oven and let it cook for 25-30 minutes. Add in your seasonings every 10 minutes and let simmer for one hour or until the chili becomes thick.
After stirring in all your ingredients, serve the chili over white rice, hot dogs, or with shredded cheese and sour cream.
Try These Outdoor Cooking Recipes Today
One of the best parts of having your dream outdoor cooking station is experimenting with delicious recipes. Whether you’re entertaining friends, family, or dining for one, these outdoor cooking recipes are sure to impress.
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