Recipes for a Memorial Day Barbecue

Just in time for the unofficial start of summer, here are 10 reasons to fire up that grill. This weekend, I’m mixing traditional Memorial Day fare like low-and-slow barbecued pulled pork with recipes inspired by my travels, such as the Cuban-style Creole chicken and grilled scallops with a Moroccan-inspired red pepper chutney. To accompany your meaty main course, try my chickpea salad, buttermilk onion rings or these easy homemade baked beans.

Grilled Coconut-Curry Shrimp Skewers with Cilantro Chutney

Served with a side of my addictive cilantro chutney, this easy shrimp appetizer benefits from a long marinade of rich coconut and curry flavors followed by a quick char on a hot grill. Get the recipe >>>

Grilled Flank Steak with Chimichurri

This recipe marries Caribbean and South American flavors in an easy, crowd-pleasing steak dinner. Get the recipe >>>

Pineapple-Glazed Baby Back Ribs

Fresh cilantro and tart-sweet pineapple give these baby back ribs a unique flavor that’s hard to resist. Get the recipe >>>

Grilled Chicken Wings with Apricot-Mustard Glaze

Glazed with a combination of apricot preserves, mustard and sherry vinegar, these grilled chicken wings have an irresistible sweet and tangy flavor. Get the recipe >>>

Pulled Pork with Homemade BBQ Sauce

It’s summer, so get outside and light up that grill. Relax and be patient, the best barbecued pork takes time. Get the recipe >>>

Grilled Scallops with Tomato & Red Pepper Chutney

Paired with a Moroccan tomato and red pepper chutney, these grilled scallops are delicious served with basmati rice pilaf and roasted vegetables. Get the recipe >>>

Grilled Cornish Hens with Salsa Verde

These marinated and grilled Cornish hens with a bright, herby salsa verde are a dynamite summertime crowd-pleaser. Get the recipe >>>

Grilled Leg of Lamb with Bacon Fat Tortillas

Homemade tortillas are on a whole different level from their store-bought siblings, especially when mixed with bacon fat and the green bite of fresh scallion. Get the recipe >>>