As summer approaches, barbecue season is upon us! With all the bank holidays and sunny days (we hope) who doesn't love a barbecue! Everyone loves those sizzling ribs, chicken wings, burgers and hot dogs, but why not make them extra flavoursome with some amazing sauces and dips! We have pulled a few of our favourites together for you to give a try!
Enjoy!
Rosemary and Garlic Dip
Perfect with spicy foods!
Ingredients
60ml soured cream
2 tsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 clove garlic, finely crushed
1/2 tsp fresh chopped rosemary
A pinch of salt and pepper
Method
Combine all ingredients in a bowl
Add to a blender or food processor, and blend until you have a smooth consistancy
Refrigerate until ready to use
Products Used
KitchenCraft Lemon Squeezer
Colourworks Large Green Melamine Two Tone Mixing Bowl
MasterClass Stainless Steel Garlic Press
Mango and Lime Dip
Pairs perfectly with fish dishes, shellfish and even over ice cream (minus the garlic, salt and pepper)
Ingredients
2 mangoes chopped
Juice and zest of 1 lime
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
½ tsp ground cumin
A pinch of salt and pepper
Method
Combine all ingredients in a bowl
Add to a blender or food processor, and blend until you have a smooth consistancy
Refrigerate until ready to use
Products Used
KitchenCraft 2 in 1 Mango Cutter & Pitter
Apple Farm Hand-Finished Stoneware Salt & Pepper Set
KitchenCraft Lime Squeezer
Smokey Tomato Ketchup
Perfect for adding extra flavour to chicken and sausages
Ingredients
1 cup of chopped tomatoes
2 tsp. brown sugar
2 tsp. apple cider vinegar
1 1/2 tsp. salt
tsp. smoked paprika
1tsp worcestershire sauce
Method
Put all ingredients into a large saucepan and boil for 10 minutes
Reduce to a medium heat for a further 10 minutes
Remove from heat and once cooled blend in a food processor until smooth
Refrigerate until ready to use
Colourworks Classics Five Piece Measuring Spoon Set
MasterClass Contoro 12.5cm (5") Utility Knife
MasterClass Ceramic Non-Stick Induction Ready 18cm Saucepan
Lemon and Dill Mayonnaise
The perfect accompaniment to delicately flavoured white fish
Ingredients
75ml olive oil
75ml vegetable oil
2 egg yolks
Zest of 2 lemons
Juice of half a lemon
A pinch of salt
A bunch of dill, finely chopped
Method
Whisk the egg yolks and add the oils in drop by drop, constantly whisking until a thin creamy consistancy is acheived
Pour in the remaining oil again whisking constantly until a thick glossy texture is acheived
Add lemon zest, juice, salt and dill. Mix to combine
Refrigerate until ready to use
Products Used
Paul Hollywood Mezzaluna Herb Chopper and Board Set
KitchenCraft Oval Handled Professional Stainless Steel Mini Whisk
KitchenCraft Lemon Zester
Beer BBQ Sauce
Adds amazing flavours to ribs and chicken wings
Ingredients
4 tbsp. yellow mustard
8 tbsp. demerera sugar
1 tsp. worcestershire sauce
1 red chilli, finely chopped
8 tbsp. white onion, finely chopped
1/2 tsp. black pepper
100ml beer
Method
Combine ingredients in a medium saucepan
Bring to the boil and cook for 7 minutes stirring occasionally
Refrigerate until ready to use
Product Used
KitchenCraft Food Chopper with Revolving Blades
KitchenCraft Glass 1100ml (2 Pint) Measuring Jug
KitchenCraft Stainless Steel 16cm Extra Deep Saucepan
Broad bean, mint and feta dip
Perfect for dipping nachos or breadsticks
Ingredients
450g broad beans, thawed
1 garlic clove, crushed
100g feta, crumbled
1 tbsp. lemon juice, freshly squeezed
2 tbsp. mint, freshly chopped
80ml olive oil
Method
Boil the broad beans in a medium saucepan 3 minutes until just tender and leave to cool
Once cooled, peel the skins from the broad beans and discard
Add the broad beans, feta, garlic and lemon juice into a food processor or blender and blen until almost smooth
Add the olive oil and blend for a further few seconds
Add the mint and blend again for 1 minute
Refrigerate until ready to use
