This entry was posted on November 8, 2024.
It’s now November, and we’re getting ever closer to the beginning of the winter season. As the temperature continues to drop, many will find comfort in tucking into hot and hearty barbecued meats. The rich, smoky, and spicy flavours from the grill pair perfectly with the colder environment, delivering a sense of warmth and satisfaction that few meals can match.
Spicy BBQ meat dishes are a true winter treat that can make chilly weather gatherings much more enjoyable. This is why we have compiled a list of spice-infused barbecued dishes that your catering business can follow in order to warm the hearts of the UK population!
Why Use Spices?
Spices not only aid in creating warmth, but they also have a multitude of health benefits, such as improved digestion, reducing inflammation, and boosting immunity. As well as being good for your health, they also allow you to enhance the flavour of your barbecued dishes, giving them unique flavours!
What Spices Should You Use?
Spices like turmeric, cumin, and chili powder offer an earthy dynamic to your meat, which can harmonise your meals with the earthy atmosphere of autumn. You could also marry dishes with the autumn forests by using spices such as nutmeg and cinnamon, which offer a nutty and slightly woody taste. If you want your meat to have a sweeter flavour, then choosing spices like paprika or ginger can help provide that element of sweetness. There are also a few classic spices that are great for all year round. Garlic and black pepper are favoured by professional caterers around the world due to their versatility and ability to enhance the flavours of many different dishes.
But What if You Can’t Handle Spice?
Spicy food doesn’t automatically mean that it will be too hot to handle! There are a variety of spices like cinnamon, garlic and paprika that can add flavour without overwhelming dishes with unbearable heat. If you are dealing with hotter spices, like chili and cayenne powder, then carefully measuring the amount that you use will help make your mouthwatering meat delicacies enjoyable for a variety of different palates.
Delicious Spicy Recipes
If you’re stuck on what dishes to make, then here are some recipes that can help provide inspiration for cooking up some comforting pre-winter meals:
Grilled Spicy BBQ Chicken Thighs
Chicken can go with a variety of different dishes, and this recipe from Amanda Cooks & Styles involves the classic combination of grilled chicken and sweet barbecue sauce. Barbecue sauce is used to slowly baste the chicken whilst it’s cooking to lock in that sweet and tangy flavour. The dish can be paired with a variety of savoury sides, like chips and fries, that can help balance out the sweetness of the chicken. But if you have a really strong sweet tooth, then try pairing the chicken with honey roasted carrots.
Smokey & Spicy Sausage Sandwich
You can never go wrong with smoked sausages, with their rich hearty flavour profile providing comfort before the winter arrives. This recipe from Price Chopper puts a spicy and saucy twist on a classic, sliding succulent sausages in between a toasted bun with coleslaw and crispy onions for a sweet, meaty and creamy flavour combination.
Spicy Pulled Pork
Pulled pork is a barbecue-lover’s delight, with its rich flavour and heartiness especially proving useful for comfort during the upcoming winter months. This recipe from the Spruce Eats involves creating a delicious rub that uses 7 different spices, from paprika and black pepper to red pepper and garlic powder, making it a must-try for those who like their food with a little extra kick. Serve with toasted bread buns and coleslaw on the side for an ultimate pulled pork sandwich experience that your guests will remember.
Spice-Rubbed Grilled Chicken
We have another chicken recipe for you, this time from the Pioneer Woman. This dish uses paprika, chili powder, and cumin for a slightly sweet, spicy, and earthy flavour. The beauty behind this recipe is not only that it takes less than 30 minutes to make, but also how it can be served in a variety of different ways. This chicken works just as well on rice or a salad as it does sliced up and served on a sandwich, giving catering businesses a multitude of ways to serve this dish with style!
Spicy Grilled Shrimp
There’s also an option for seafood-lovers. Shrimp is quick and easy to prepare, making it ideal for a commercial barbecue grill. This recipe from All Recipes incorporates paprika and cayenne peppers for a fiery dish that will get your tastebuds tingling. Lemon juice and olive oil are also used to help provide acidity and to help the seasonings stick to the shrimp, ensuring maximum flavour.
Vegan Jerk Aubergine Tacos
It may be a month after National Taco Day, but your customers can still enjoy these tasty pockets of goodness, filled with jerk-spiced pulled aubergines, black beans, and onions. Jerk seasoning is made with paprika, pepper, garlic powder, and white pepper, making it a great enhancement for a variety of foods, especially vegetables. These tacos are also vegan, giving businesses ideas on how to cater to non-meat-eaters.
PROFESSIONAL BBQ EQUIPMENT FROM CINDERS
Here at Cinders Barbecues, we take pride in offering a range of dependable and high-quality barbecue grills and equipment. Our products are great for large scale catering events, where efficiency is paramount. If you’re interested in acquiring one of our outdoor grills, then be sure to look into our local search for barbecue rental service to find the nearest rental outlet in your local area. Search now or contact us today with any questions you may have!
