With Easter just around the corner, now is the perfect time to gather family and friends for a festive feast. What better way to celebrate the occasion than with some mouth-watering barbecue recipes that will have everyone licking their fingers in delight? Whether you’re a seasoned pitmaster or a novice griller, these BBQ recipes will take your Easter spread to the next level.
We have made sure there is something for everyone in this collection of recipes, so let’s get started with some seriously delicious Easter eats!
Traditional Lamb Roast
For those who prefer a quintessentially British Easter dish, a roast lamb lunch is a classic that everyone will enjoy. Especially if you’re a pub or restaurant owner, including a Sunday lunch on your menu will go down a treat. Not only is lamb a flavourful meat, but it also has symbolic meaning too. For Christians, eating lamb at Easter time is to remember Jesus and his sacrifice, where he is often referred to as the ‘Lamb of God’. Even before Christianity, lambs were sacrificed in Egypt by Jews during the time of Passover, which took place in spring when Easter is based. So, whether you’re religious or someone looking to celebrate Easter through other means, roast lamb is a wonderful choice.
We recommend roasting a leg of lamb, for a succulent, tasty dish. Sear the lamb on all sides until the edges have turned brown, then grill on medium heat until it has cooked all the way through. Serve with roast potatoes, seasonal spring vegetables, and any other sides you wish. If you need some help with seasonings, we suggest taking a look at this recipe by Jamie Oliver for an easy but standout dish.
Lamb Skewers
If you still want a lamb dish for Easter, but don’t want a Sunday roast, lamb skewers are a perfect way to spice up your menu. They’re simple to make and are great if you’re catering for many guests.
These spring lamb skewers by BBC Good Food are light, hearty, and perfect for spring! Accompanied by a crunchy salad, this recipe can be used for either a starter or a main, which makes it a very versatile dish.
Bunny Burgers
Easter celebrations, in many cases, can be more for the kids than the adults, from Easter egg hunts and egg rolling to Easter crafts, there are many fun activities that your children can enjoy. So, why not create a dish dedicated to your little ones too?
Here at Cinders, we think burgers are one of the easiest dishes to create, especially for a crowd full of people and they’re incredibly simple to spruce up. Whilst adults can appreciate a jam-packed burger full of toppings and condiments, kids can also have a go at making burgers of their own.
These bunny burgers by Yummy Temple are a great way to involve the whole family, allowing your imagination to run wild! Not only are they filled with charred beef goodness, but they are amusing too. Or, if you’re looking to push the boat out this Easter, Chef Poppy O’Toole also known as Poppy Cooks, created a viral burger recipe in Easter 2021 – hot cross bun lamb burgers!
Watch the Tik Tok masterpiece here.
Grilled Halloumi
If you’re expecting a number of vegetarian guests this Easter, grilled halloumi is always a hit! Whether you want to create halloumi burgers, skewers, or fries, there is so much you can do with the cheese. However, on this occasion, we think a flavoursome salad will work great for the spring festivity.
Take a look at this apricot and chipotle halloumi salad by Ocado, which combines both sweet and savoury flavours. When halloumi is grilled on high heat, the saltiness exudes out of the cheese in a beautiful, mouthwatering way. Even if you’re more of the carnivorous type, you won’t want to give this dish a miss!
Reliable Barbecue Equipment Manufacturer
At Cinders, all of our barbecue equipment is designed to be reliable and trustworthy, so you can cook up a storm no matter the situation. It doesn’t matter if you’re grilling for a handful of people or a huge crowd, our barbecues will ensure everyone gets to eat wonderful, grilled food. If you only require a barbecue for your Easter event, you can use our local search for a barbecue rental service for the time you need.