If you have a barbecue planned and want to bring something that really makes a difference to the table, this green barbecue sauce is one of those simple yet brilliant ideas.
It’s made with a few easily sourced ingredients, but the result is a creamy, fragrant and flavorful sauce, perfect to accompany grilled meat, fish or even vegetables.
It’s one of those clever preparations that transform even the simplest dish into something special, without complicating your life in the kitchen.
Make it in advance and you’ll see it’ll be one of the first things to disappear from the table
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very inexpensive
- Preparation time: 5 Minutes
- Portions: 4 Servings
- Cooking methods: No-cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp Mustard
- a few Capers
- Parsley
- Olive oil
- Lemon juice
- 1 tsp Milk ((for vegans replace with soy milk))
- a few Pickled gherkins
- a few Pickled pearl onions
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
Tools
- 1 Hand blender
- 1 Container tall
- 1 Knife
- 1 Cutting board
- 1 Spoon
- 1 Bowl
Preparation
In a tall container combine all the ingredients: mustard, capers, parsley, lemon juice, oil, milk, pickled gherkins, pickled pearl onions and finally salt and pepper.
Blend everything with an immersion blender, or use a food chopper, until you obtain a creamy and well-emulsified sauce.
Pour the green barbecue sauce into a small bowl and bring it to the table, ready to be served.
It’s perfect spread over grilled meat, but it also pairs very well with boiled meat or poached fish.
Tips
If you want a thicker sauce, add less oil or slightly increase the amount of gherkins.
For a stronger flavor, you can slightly increase the capers or the mustard.
If you prefer it milder, add a splash more milk. Prepare it at least 30 minutes before serving: the flavor will be even more intense.
Storage
You can keep it in the refrigerator in an airtight container for 2 days.
Stir well before serving as it may separate slightly.
Can I make it without a blender?
Yes, you can finely chop everything with a knife, although the texture will be less creamy.
Is it suitable for fish too?
Absolutely yes, it goes very well with poached or grilled fish.
Can I freeze it?
Better not, because the texture changes once thawed.
Can I use it as a sandwich spread?
Yes, it’s also perfect in sandwiches or to enhance flatbreads and toasts.
This green barbecue sauce is one of those preparations to always keep in mind: simple, inexpensive and capable of giving an extra kick to any dish.
Try it at your next barbecue and you’ll see everyone asking you for the recipe.
