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I Love My Barbecue: More Than 100 of the Most Delicious and Healthy Recipes for the Grill

Name: I Love My Barbecue: More Than 100 of the Most Delicious and Healthy Recipes for the Grill
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ISBN: 9781848993198

✍️ Walden, Hilaire

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📚 WHAT THE BOOK IS ABOUT

A guide to diverse, healthy grilling techniques and global recipes by Hilaire Walden.

This volume shifts focus from heavy meats to lighter, globally inspired dishes. Walden includes low-carbohydrate selections and vegan alternatives alongside traditional options. The text covers technical aspects like fuel selection and grill lighting. Recipes span various cultural traditions rather than sticking to one region. This approach allows for a wider range of flavors and dietary accommodations.

Key Themes

global grilling recipes low carbohydrate options vegan vegetarian dishes

Literary Context

Published in 2017 by Nourish, this book reflects a mid-2010s trend toward health-conscious outdoor cooking. It combines traditional American grilling with international influences like Indonesian cuisine. The work addresses dietary preferences such as low-carb and vegan diets common in contemporary wellness movements.

Walden, Hilaire

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● Easy

Recommended For Fans Of

America's Test Kitchen · The Food Lab · Thug Kitchen

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Methods & Techniques

🏛 Nourish 📅 2017 📔 Paperback ISBN: 9781848993198

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🔥 Grilling & barbecue

📝 Description: I Love My Barbecue: More Than 100 of the Most Delicious and Healthy Recipes for the Grill

Hilaire Walden brings over a century of culinary history to the grill in I Love My Barbecue. This paperback volume offers more than one hundred recipes that move beyond standard American fare like steaks and sausages. The text emphasizes fresh ingredients and draws inspiration from diverse global traditions, including Indonesian and various vegetarian cuisines. Readers will find specific dishes such as Indonesian Pork Burgers, Chicken with Mango and Mint Kebabs, and Salmon prepared with a Spiced Tea Marinade. The book also caters to plant-based diets with dedicated vegan options. Walden structures the guide to build confidence in outdoor cooking. A comprehensive introduction details essential equipment, fuel types, and proper siting techniques for grills. It further explains lighting methods, core cooking techniques, and precise temperature controls. This foundational knowledge supports the recipe section, which includes quick and easy meals alongside low-carbohydrate options. The content suits those seeking to expand their grilling repertoire with international flavors or dietary-specific choices. It may not appeal to readers who only want traditional American barbecue styles without global influence. The book serves as a practical resource for home cooks interested in health-conscious grilling and diverse flavor profiles. It bridges the gap between basic grill mastery and sophisticated, cross-cultural meal preparation.

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Walden successfully broadens the barbecue scope by integrating technical advice on grill lighting with diverse, globally inspired recipes. The inclusion of low-carbohydrate and vegan options makes it a practical resource for varied dietary needs. However, readers seeking traditional American-style brisket or pork ribs will find this text lacking in that specific focus. It is best suited for those willing to experiment with lighter ingredients and international flavors rather than sticking to classic heavy meat preparations.

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⭐ eatbookfamily.com editorial review Editorial rating 4.5/5

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Home cooks seeking lighter grilling options for summer gatherings. Ideal for health-conscious grillers wanting global flavors without heavy meats. Perfect for those managing carbohydrate intake or exploring vegan barbecue alternatives in a standard backyard kitchen setting.

Reader rating

4.5

Based on 1 reviews

Eatbook Family editorial team

Walden successfully broadens the barbecue scope by integrating technical advice on grill lighting with diverse, globally inspired recipes. The inclusion of low-carbohydrate and vegan options makes it a practical resource for varied dietary needs. However, readers seeking traditional American-style brisket or pork ribs will find this text lacking in that specific focus. It is best suited for those willing to experiment with lighter ingredients and international flavors rather than sticking to classic heavy meat preparations.

❓ Frequently asked questions

No, the volume shifts focus from heavy meats to lighter dishes, offering low-carbohydrate and vegan alternatives alongside traditional options.

176 pages, paperback.

Published in 2017 by Nourish.

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📜 Historical context

This volume distinguishes itself within the barbecue genre by prioritizing health and diversity over traditional heavy meat focus. It addresses the growing demand for low-carbohydrate and vegan grilling methods. The book combines technical guidance on fuel with recipes spanning multiple cultural traditions rather than limiting itself to one regional style.