We love a BBQ and we like to produce something a little more interesting than a burger in a bun. Having Vegetarian friends has also encouraged us to explore the world of BBQ vegetables. This potato dish is great to offer when you have larger numbers and want to offer something different to potato salad. The spuds are cooked and prepared in advance so all you need to do is reheat them over the coals and serve. Fantastic.
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Serves 4 - 6
Ingredients
- 500g small new potatoes washed, all evenly sized if possible
- 12 tsp Lime pickle
- 60ml sunflower oil
- 2 tsp tomato sauce
- 2 tsp ground cardamom
- 2 tbsp natural yogurt
You will also need
- A medium saucepan or steamer
- A large bowl
- Enough skewers to load 4 potatoes on each, if using bamboo then soak for 30 mins before use.
Method
- Steam or boil the potatoes until tender but firm
- Drain the potatoes and leave to cool (You may skin them easily now if preferred)
- Mix all the remaining ingredients together in a bowl having chopped up any large pieces of lime pickle
- Mix the marinade and the potatoes in a bowl and refrigerate for 3-4 hours or overnight
- Just before cooking push the potatoes onto skewers and spread the remaining marinade over them
- When ready to cook reheat them over the coals turning regularly for approx 10 mins allowing the marinade to brown a little
- Eat and enjoy!
Serving suggestions and variations
- This is really a BBQ dish but if you want you could cook them under a grill
- Don't like it so hot and spicy - use a mild lime pickle instead
- Miss out the lime pickle and try mango chutney for a sweeter version
- Miss out the pickle and try mixing the yogurt with a little chopped onion and mint
Alternative Marinade
- 2 tbsp Lime Pickle
- 2 tbsp Tikka Paste (Or other Curry Paste according to taste)
- 2 tbsp Natural Yogurt
- Whizz everything in a blender to mix and break up the Lime pieces
Acknowledgements
This recipe has come from "The Book of Grilling and Barbecues" by Cecilia Norman. It has inspired us with a wide variety of interesting dishes for the BBQ with a good selection of non meat options and desserts.
If you liked this recipe you might also like our recipes for:
- Camembert with Asparagus dippers, great for sharing if you are having a BBQ
- Onion Gravy, an alternative to dishing up slow cooked onions on your burger, easpecially if you don't want a burger bun
- Profiteroles with chocolate sauce, what a great way to finish of your meal and all prepared well in advance.
Happy Eating!