Hello Everyone,
as the title suggests, I'm having a big ol' BBQ in the next month or so. I want to have a damn near royal feast for the event and this is what I have so far for the menu:
- Japanese-inspired Smoked Salmon: Paired with a nice crackers-and-cheese board.
- Pork Belly Burt ends: Skewered with pineapple and pears. (Ty costco for the belly on sale)
- Chicken Quarters: classic dry rub, finishing with a broil in the oven
- Pesto flatbread made in my Ooni Oven, along with other a la cart pizza
- Guests are bringing sides (Midwestern specialty "salads", Veggie trays, desserts etc.) and drinks
Questions:
I do have several vegan/veggie friends who I want to enjoy the BBQ ExpirenceTM and not just eat a veggie tray all night. I have the pizza oven as a "main course" option, but I'd really like to know if there are any particularly good grilled veggies, smoked hummus, or something I can add for variety.
The folks bringing the sides, is there anything I should push for them to bring that would go well? Drinks (adult or otherwise), or a good side?
Anyone who has hosted a big BBQ, any past wisdom to share?
I have a massive bbq on the 4th of July each year and normally one of my sides is jalapeño poppers, you could easily sub out the cream cheese for more vegan friendly fillings like hummus or muhammara. Can even switch out the jalapeños for bell peppers but I’ve never tried that before.