1/ Bet on suitable equipment. Lovers of the smoky taste of a wood fire will choose a charcoal-powered model, THE great classic. The impatient will prefer a gas model because it heats up faster and has a more precise temperature. Looking for a healthier way to cook? Opt for the plancha, because by avoiding excessive temperatures, the meat releases less fat. Finally, city dwellers will be able to equip their balcony with an electric model (plancha or barbecue), as this is more often tolerated in condominium regulations. You can find a state-of-the-art model on the Castorama.fr website
2/ Think about vegetarian alternatives. It's not just for the "meats"! If you are by the sea, you can take advantage of the freshness of the products to try your hand at fish (sardines, sea bream, hake) grilled or en papillote or prawns flambéed in Cognac. Vegan options also exist:tomatoes, eggplant, zucchini, peppers, grilled cauliflower, chewable corn on the cob, mushroom skewers...
3/ Don't forget the dessert. When we think of barbecue, savory recipes come to mind first. The good idea is to extend the dinner with something sweet, cooked in the same way:grilled pineapple, caramelized melon sticks, bananas en papillote on which to melt chocolate… without forgetting the marshmallow skewers boy scout style. All you have to do is send out the invitations!
