Bar-b-q time

The weather is finally warmer and sunnier again here in Denmark, so a very pleasant time to grill.

Remember that in addition to meat, all kinds of vegetables or bread brushed with interesting toppings can be also grilled.

Here I used one little batch of this mixture on wedges of pita bread, and another batch of the same mixture to marinate some pork chops in. I also used some organic ground beef, mixed with finely chopped onions and parsley, plus salt and pepper (called kafta in the middle east).

Make a salad of herbs, for example parsley, cilantro, mint, and red onion. Add tomatoes and cucumbers and avocado if you like. Toss with a bit of olive oil, lemon juice and some salt and pepper.

Bon appetit!

Tomato paste spread / marinade

This is an idea from my mother who makes the most wonderful barbeques. She marinates the meat in tomatoe paste, olive oil, garlic and lots of pepper before grilling. She also uses it to marinate pieces of filet before frying and serving.

Today I served this mixture as a spread on the walnut bread my husband brought home.

• 1 small can tomato paste (70 g)
• 1 small clove garlic, crushed
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• a dash of onion powder
• Salt
• Pepper

Just mixed everything thoroughly.

Spread on bread, or rub on meat as a marinade, etc...