Simple Grilled Vegetables
Simple Grilled Vegetables
- 1 1/2 cups blended oil
- 1/4 cup bourbon
- 2 teaspoons ginger (minced)
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons bbq seasoning
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 3/4 cup pure vermont maple syrup
- 1 red bell pepper
- 2 tablespoons shiro miso or white miso
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 squash
- 1 yellow onion
- 2 zucchini
- Preparation
- Start by making the Maple Miso marinade. Combine lemon zest, miso, maple syrup, soy sauce, ginger, and salt in a food processor or mixing bowl. While whipping or processing, slowly incorporate the oil to create an emulsion.
- Cut the squash and zucchini into 1cm thick disks Cut the onions into 1cm thick disks Trim the bell pepper appropriately.
- Cooking/Assembly
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Set up your grill for a direct cook. Slightly oil and season vegetables with seasoning for better heat transfer (do not over oil). 8. Place the squash, zucchini, onion disks, and bell pepper on the grill grate. Sear each side for 1 to 2 minutes to slightly char and soften, charring all vegetables on all sides at high heat without overly softening. Transfer all vegetables to a cutting board and slice into large bite-size pieces if required. Using the cast iron griddle, Lay out the charred and trimmed vegetables onto the griddle for a final sear. Season the vegetables with the rub one more time, roll the vegetables on the hot surface, then pour over the Ginger Maple Miso to glaze. Allow the sauce to slightly reduce.
- Finishing
- Using the 2-spatula method, transfer vegetables to the presentation platter.
- Optional Flambe: Making sure everyone is away from the grill, very carefully pour 1/4 cup bourbon over the vegetables for a final glaze. Allow the bourbon to flambe then reduce for 1 minute. As soon as the flames are gone, use 2 spatulas to toss the vegetables in the reducing glaze. Serve hot immediately.
Don't over-oil the vegetables initially. The final glaze provides plenty of flavour and richness. Be extremely careful with the flambe step.
Storage: Best served immediately. Can be reheated gently if needed.
Nutritional Notes: Vegetarian-friendly, rich in vitamins and minerals from mixed vegetables.