National BBQ Week - Ten Recipes Using Cold Pressed Rapeseed Oil

As summer approaches and the weather gets warmer, there's no better time to fire up the coals and enjoy some delicious BBQ food. National BBQ Week is the perfect excuse to get together with friends and family, enjoy the outdoors, and feast on some mouthwatering BBQ dishes. This year, why not take your BBQ menu to the next level by incorporating cold-pressed rapeseed oil into your recipes? Known for having a mild, nutty flavour and numerous health benefits, cold-pressed rapeseed oil is a fantastic choice for cooking with every day. Like the sound of it? Here are ten delectable BBQ ideas using cold pressed rapeseed oil to try out during National BBQ Week.

Sticky BBQ Marinade

This sweet, sticky and spicy BBQ sauce is a really easy and delicious marinade for chicken wings or thighs, veggie kebabs, cauliflower steaks or even a whole spatchcocked chicken.

Just combine a few store cupboard ingredients including littleseed Spicy Stir Fry rapeseed oil and you have a great multi-purpose marinade.

Ingredients for Spicy and Sticky BBQ Marinade

• 2 tbsp runny honey

• Zest and juice of one lemon

• 1 tbsp paprika

• 1 tbsp cayenne pepper

• 4 shots (200ml) littleseed Stir Fry Oil

• 200ml ketchup

Method

To make the BBQ marinade simply add all marinade ingredients to a bowl and mix well.

There’s so many ways to use this marinade but here are a few of our favourite recipes that are perfect for cooking on the BBQ.

• BBQ Chicken Wings in Sticky Stir Fry Sauce

• BBQ Cauliflower ‘WINGS’ in Sticky Stir Fry Sauce

If you have vegetarian guests or just fancy adding a bit of colour to the BBQ these Halloumi and Vegetable skewers are a delicious addition to any BBQ. Brushing the kebabs with littleseed Pizza Drizzle Oil before putting them on the coals adds a delicious spicy kick.

Get the recipe here - Halloumi and Vegetable BBQ skewers

BBQ Sides

While the BBQ might be the headliner it’s important that the supporting acts are up to scratch too. Here are a few of our BBQ side dish ideas all made using British cold pressed rapeseed oil.

• Spicy Summer Cous Cous

• Courgette, Red Onion and Carrot Salad

• Chickpea and Carrot Salad

• Garlic & Herb Potato Salad

• Broad Bean, Feta and mint cous cous

• Roasted Squash, Feta & Orange Salad

Why Choose Cold-Pressed Rapeseed Oil?

Cold-pressed rapeseed oil is a versatile and healthful choice for cooking, and lends itself very well to creating dishes for coking on the BBQ. It has a high smoke point, which means it can withstand high temperatures without breaking down and producing harmful compounds. Additionally, it is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin E, and other antioxidants, making it beneficial for heart health and overall wellness.

This National BBQ Week, impress your guests with these delicious recipes that highlight the unique flavour and health benefits of cold-pressed rapeseed oil.