Grilled Onion Butter Cod

Grilled Onion Butter Cod

When cooked on a barbecue you will find the cod becomes very tender and the grilled onion butter enhances not only the flavor but also the texture of this fish. Best served with some grilled potatoes and vegetables.
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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Whilst the barbecue is heating up you should be preparing the onion butter.
  • To do this into a small frying pan (skillet) place the better and once it is melted to it add the finely chopped onion and allow it to cook for about 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Then to this you add the wine and leave to simmer for 3 minutes.
  • When this time has elapsed remove from the heat and let it cool slightly.
  • As soon as the barbecue has reached the right temperature you should now lightly brush the cod fillets with the olive oil and sprinkle on some salt and black pepper before then placing on to the lightly oiled barbecue grill.
  • Cook the fish on one side for about 8 minutes before then turning it over and basting with some of the butter sauce you made earlier.
  • Now allow the fish to cook for a further 6 to 7 minutes or until you notice the flesh has begun to turn opaque.
  • During this cooking time it is important that you baste the fish with the butter sauce a further 2 or 3 times before then removing from the heat and placing on a clean plate and serving with the wedges of lemon.
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Course; Barbecue / Fish

Barbecued Salmon With Soy & Brown Sugar Marinade

Soy brown sugar salmon is a rich and flavorful barbecue dish that highlights the natural taste of salmon with a perfect balance of sweet and savory notes. This soy brown sugar salmon combines a simple marinade with high-heat grilling, resulting in a tender, flaky texture and a lightly caramelized finish that makes it ideal for outdoor cooking.

If you enjoy barbecue seafood recipes, you can also try Air Fryer Chicken Wings for a different cooking approach. For safe handling of fish and proper cooking temperatures, it’s always recommended to follow guidelines from the FDA.

Why soy brown sugar salmon is perfect for the barbecue

One of the biggest advantages of this dish is its flavor profile. The combination of soy sauce and brown sugar creates a balance between salty and sweet, while garlic and lemon zest add freshness and depth. As the salmon marinates, these flavors penetrate the fish, enhancing its natural richness.

Texture is another key highlight. When cooked on the barbecue, the salmon develops a slightly crisp exterior while remaining moist and flaky on the inside. This contrast makes every bite both satisfying and light.

Another benefit of soy brown sugar salmon is how simple it is to prepare. The marinade comes together quickly with just a few ingredients, and the grilling process requires minimal effort. This makes it a great option for both beginners and experienced cooks.

This recipe is also very versatile. You can serve the salmon as a main dish with grilled vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad. It works well for casual meals as well as more special occasions.

The marinade plays an essential role in the final result. Allowing the salmon to rest in the mixture for at least two hours ensures that the flavors are well absorbed. This step helps create a deeper and more complex taste.

Cooking on the barbecue adds another layer of flavor. The heat caramelizes the sugars in the marinade, giving the salmon a slightly smoky and glazed finish. This enhances both the appearance and the taste of the dish.

Soy brown sugar salmon is a great example of how simple ingredients can deliver bold results. With its balanced flavors, tender texture, and easy preparation, it’s a reliable choice for any barbecue setting.

soy brown sugar salmon grilled on a rustic barbecue setup

Barbecued Salmon With Soy & Brown Sugar Marinade

Tender salmon marinated in a sweet and savory sauce, grilled to perfection.
Couverts4 servings
Total time 14 minutes
estimated costs pp $4.80 per person
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Equipment

  • grill
  • Mixing bowl
  • Resealable Bag

Ingredients

For the marinade

For the salmon

Instructions

  • Mix all marinade ingredients until sugar dissolves.
  • Place salmon in bag and add marinade.
  • Turn to coat evenly.
  • Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  • Preheat barbecue.
  • Remove salmon from marinade.
  • Oil grill or foil lightly.
  • Cook salmon for 5 to 6 minutes per side.
  • Cook until fish flakes easily.
  • Serve warm.

Notes & Wine Advice

Notes

Do not overcook salmon to keep it moist. Discard leftover marinade after use. Let fish rest briefly before serving.

Serve Tip

Serve with grilled vegetables or rice. Add lemon wedges for extra freshness.

Variations

Add ginger for extra depth. Use honey instead of brown sugar. Try the marinade with other fish.

Wine Advice

A crisp Sauvignon Blanc pairs well with the sweet and savory flavors. A light Pinot Noir offers a smooth contrast.

Nutrition values

Calories: 420 kcal | koolhydraten: 6 g | Eiwitten: 34 g | Vet: 28 g | Verzadigd vet: 5 g | Natrium: 620 mg | Suiker: 5 g
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Cuisine; Asia / Japanese
Season: All Seasons
Occasions Summerpartys

Grilled Sea Bass With Garlic Sauce

Grilled Sea Bass With Garlic Sauce

If you have never cooked sea bass on a barbecue before this is a very simple and easy recipe that you may want to try. You will find that the garlic butter actually complements the mild flavors of what is a very light and flaky fish.
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Ingredients

Instructions

  • In a bowl combine together the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, lemon pepper and salt and then sprinkle this over both sides of the sea bass.
  • Then place in the refrigerator to rest whilst you go ahead and prepare the garlic sauce.
  • To make the garlic sauce into a small saucepan place the butter minced garlic cloves and parsley and heat on a low heat until all the butter has melted.
  • Then place to one side ready to use later on.
  • When it comes to cooking the sea bass on the barbecue you need to do so on a medium high heat and ensure that the grate has been oiled first.
  • Now place the sea bass on the barbecue and cook it for 7 minutes before then turning it over.
  • After you have turned the fish over brush some of the garlic sauce over the top and then allow the sea bass to cook for a further 7 minutes.
  • As soon as the necessary cooking time has elapsed the fish should flake easily and this is the right time to remove from the heat.
  • Place the fish on a clean plate and then drizzle over some olive oil and some more of the garlic sauce.
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Course; Barbecue / Fish

Marinated Barbecued Swordfish

Marinated Barbecued Swordfish

The use of white wine, soy sauce, garlic and lemon juice help to bring out more of the swordfishes amazing flavor as well as help to cook it better on the barbecue.
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Ingredients

Instructions

  • In a shallow dish you whisk together the garlic, white wine, soy sauce, lemon juice, olive oil, salt and pepper and savory seasoning.
  • Now place the swordfish steaks into the dish and turn them over so that they are coated in the marinade you have just made fully.
  • Then place in the refrigerator for one hour making sure that turn the steaks over frequently during this time.
  • After one hour remove the steaks from the refrigerator and turn on the barbecue.
  • Whilst the barbecue is heating up this will provide the steaks with sufficient time to reach room temperature and so will help to ensure that they then cook properly.
  • As soon as the barbecue has heated up it needs to be as hot as possible you lightly oil the grate and then place the swordfish steaks on to it.
  • Cook for 5 to 6 minutes on each side before then removing to a clean plate and garnish them with some freshly chopped parsley and wedges of lemon.
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Course; Barbecue / Fish

Fresh Citrus Salmon

Fresh Citrus Salmon

This particular recipe comes with quite a tangy taste, which helps to enhance the flavor of the salmon further.
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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Wash the salmon fillets thoroughly before then patting dry and drizzling them with some olive oil and sprinkling over them some sea salt and pepper on the skin side and rub it in.
  • Then place in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  • Cut the lemon, lime and oranges into segments making sure that you retain as much of their juices as possible.
  • Then mix these segments with some olive oil and ½ crushed garlic clove.
  • Now place in the refrigerator.
  • Next you need to combine the freshly cut dill with 1 garlic clove that has been crushed, the lime, lemon and orange juice and a little olive oil, salt and pepper.
  • Once you have done this you remove the salmon fillets from the refrigerator and place them in a shallow dish and pour over this marinade.
  • Cover the dish and replace in the refrigerator and leave the salmon to marinate in the dill for at least 2 hours.
  • Once two hours is up remove the salmon fillets from the refrigerator and as the barbecue warms up this will allow them to come up to room temperature.
  • Allow the salmon to be out of the refrigerator for 20 minutes before you then place on the barbecue.
  • Before you place the salmon on the barbecue rub the grate with a clove of garlic and then place the fish on it skin side down.
  • After two minutes you must turn the salmon over and allow it to cook for a further two minutes.
  • Also it is important to place some sort of cover over the salmon such as saucepan lid that is well ventilated.
  • Once cooked let the salmon fillets rest for 3 minutes before serving.
  • When you serve the salmon place on the plate a small salad made up of lettuce, cherry tomatoes and drizzle some balsamic vinegar around the plate.
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Course; Barbecue / Fish

Teriyaki Lamb Kebabs

Teriyaki Lamb Kebabs

Most people wouldn’t consider using teriyaki sauce on lamb but it does actually compliment the meat very well. These lamb kebabs make a wonderful meal for a warm summer evening when served with some rice.
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Ingredients

  • 680 gram Boneless Lamb Cut Into 1 Inch Cubes
  • 3 Bell Peppers 1 Red, 1 Yellow and 1 Green Deseeded And Cut Into 1 Inch Pieces
  • 2 Medium Red Onions Cut Into 1 Inch Pieces
  • 8 Cap Mushrooms
  • 1 Pineapple Cut Into 1 Inch Pieces

Marinade

Instructions

  • In a bowl mix together all the marinade ingredients then place to one side.
  • Now on to skewers thread pieces of the lamb, peppers, onions, mushrooms and pineapple.
  • Alternate between each item and if you are using wooden skewers then make sure that they have been soaked in some water for at least 30 minutes before you start making the kebabs.
  • As you make each kebab place them in a shallow dish and when all have been made you can now pour over the marinade.
  • Pour over the marinade a little at the time and turn the kebabs over to ensure that every part of them is coated in the marinade.
  • Now cover and place in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours.
  • Whilst they are in the refrigerator make sure that you turn them over occasionally to ensure that all sides of the kebabs remain coated in the marinade.
  • After removing the lamb kebabs from the refrigerator you should start your barbecue up this will then allow time for the kebabs to reach room temperature and will help to make cooking them much easier.
  • You should cook them over a medium heat so place the grill about 6 inches above the heat source.
  • Prior to placing the kebabs on the grill apply a little olive to prevent the kebabs from sticking to it.
  • Then brush with some of the left over marinade and cook for between 12 and 15 minutes.
  • Whilst they are cooking make sure that you turn them over at least 3 times to ensure that they cooked evenly through.
  • Once they are cooked serve immediately to your guests.
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Course; Barbecue / Lamb
Cuisine; Japanese

Greek Burgers

Greek Burgers

To further add a real Greek feel to these burgers it is a good idea to add some feta cheese to the top of burgher just before serving.
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Ingredients

To Serve

Instructions

  • In a bowl mix together the ground lamb, mustard, lemon juice, onion, garlic, rosemary, salt and pepper.
  • You can of course combine these ingredients by hand otherwise you may want to consider using a food processor.
  • Once all the above ingredients have been combined together you now need to divide into four equal portions and then form patties out of each one.
  • It is important that whilst you are making these Greek burgers that you turn the barbecue on or light the coals so it is at the right temperature for you to then cook the burgers.
  • Before you place the burgers on the grill lightly oil its surface with some olive oil and grill until you notice the burgers are no longer pink in color.
  • On average you should expect it to take around 10 minutes for these burgers to be cooked properly.
  • Remember to turn them over at least once.
  • Just before you take the burgers off the grill place the pitta breads or burger buns on it to become warmed through.
  • Then when they are ready place the burgers on them and top with slices of cucumber, tomato and onion.
  • You may also want to consider adding a light yogurt and mint dressing to them as well.
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Course; Barbecue / Burgers / Lamb
Cuisine; European / Greece

Grilled Rack Of Lamb

Grilled Rack Of Lamb

The marinade you make for this particular dish helps to give the lamb a much sweeter and tarter flavor helping to enhance the meat even more.
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Equipment

  • Saucepan

Ingredients

Instructions

  • In a saucepan place the red currant jelly and mustard and simmer on a low heat for about 5 minutes or until the jelly has melted.
  • Then allow the sauce to cool completely.
  • Cut the rack of lamb into chops and then French cut.
  • If you are not able to do this then get your butcher to do it for you.
  • It is important if you decide to do this yourself that you don’t remove any of the fat from the eye of the chop.
  • This fat actually helps to prevent the meat from burning when you place it on the barbecue grill.
  • Once the rack of lamb is ready you now submerge it completely in the sauce you made earlier and leave it in it to marinade overnight.
  • Cover the dish in which the lamb has been placed and put in the refrigerator.
  • When it comes to cooking the lamb it should be done over a medium to high heat and with some hickory coals added to the barbecue beforehand.
  • Also make sure that the grill has been oiled before the lamb is placed on it.
  • Cook on the barbecue for 4 to 5 minutes on each side and basting each side regularly with more of the marinade sauce.
  • Whilst the lamb is resting you can now prepare the garnish to go with them.
  • In a saucepan place the butter and allow it to melt over a low heat then add the minced shallots to it.
  • Allow the shallots to brown before then adding the crushed rosemary and white wine.
  • As soon as the garnish is ready place the lamb on clean plates and serve with the garnish poured over it and with grilled vegetables and potatoes.
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Course; Barbecue / Lamb

Greek Lamb Chops

Greek Lamb Chops

Not only are these lamb chops packed with loads of flavor if you leave them in the marinade for some time they come out tasting extremely tender.
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Ingredients

Instructions

  • In a bowl combine together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, freshly chopped mint and minced garlic cloves.
  • Now pour this mixture (marinade) into a bag that is resealable and to this add the lamb chops.
  • Move the chops around inside the bag to ensure that they are well coated in the marinade and place in the refrigerator.
  • Leave them there for 2 hours.
  • After removing the lamb chops from the refrigerator you should pre heat the barbecue in readiness for when they will need cooking.
  • Before placing the lamb chops on the grill you should season with a little salt and pepper.
  • Then after making sure that the grill of the barbecue is about 3 inches above the heat source you should oil it lightly before placing the chops on it.
  • You should cook each chop for 5 to 6 minutes on each side.
  • It is a good idea to turn them over regularly to prevent them from burning rather than just charring.
  • Once the cooking time has elapsed remove from heat and place on a clean plate to rest for a few minutes.
  • Then serve them with some pitta bread, yogurt dip and a Greek salad.
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Course; Barbecue / Lamb
Cuisine; European / Greece

South African Lamb and Apricot Sosaties

South African Lamb and Apricot Sosaties

South African Lamb and Apricot Sosaties are a flavorful and traditional braai (barbecue) dish. Marinated in a spiced yogurt sauce, these skewers of lamb, apricots, and onions offer a perfect balance of savory and sweet. Ideal for a summer barbecue, they can also be made with beef or venison.
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Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Skewers (wooden or metal)
  • Large resealable plastic bag or container
  • Grill or barbecue
  • Brush for oiling the grill

Ingredients

Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the yogurt, curry powder, caster sugar, and vegetable oil to make a marinade.
  • Season the marinade with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Cut the large onion into 1¼-inch pieces.
  • Thread the onion pieces, diced lamb, and dried apricots alternately onto the skewers.
  • If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for about 30 minutes before threading the ingredients to prevent burning.
  • Place the prepared skewers into a large resealable plastic bag or container.
  • Pour the marinade over the skewers, ensuring they are well-coated.
  • You may need to turn the skewers to evenly distribute the marinade.
  • Marinate the Sosaties in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours, or overnight for a more intense flavor.
  • Preheat the barbecue to medium heat.
  • Brush the grill with some oil before placing the skewers on it.
  • Grill the Sosaties for 8 to 10 minutes on each side, or until the lamb is cooked to your liking.
  • Remove the Sosaties from the grill and serve immediately.

Notes & Wine Advice

Pair these Sosaties with a full-bodied red wine like a South African Pinotage or a Shiraz, which complements the rich flavors of the lamb and the sweetness of the apricots.

Nutrition values

Calories: 290 kcal | koolhydraten: 44 g | Eiwitten: 15 g | Vet: 8 g | Suiker: 35 g
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