Quick answer
What's the best meat for the grill?
Pork neck, chicken thighs, sausages, and beef for burgers are safe bets. Marinate ahead — the meat gets tender and takes on flavor. Don't forget grilled vegetables and corn.
Grilling
Grilling is summer on a plate — the smell of meat off the grate, crisp vegetables, and a cold drink alongside. Find marinades that bring meat to life, skewers and burgers, and the sides you can't do without. Whether you grill in the garden or on the balcony, here's your plan.
Best recipes
Grilled orange pork neck with a kick of fiery chilli
Sun-dried tomato and halloumi burgers
Grilled chicken tortilla with wild garlic
Grilled chicken burgers with coriander
Grilled zucchini roll-ups with cream cheese
Bacon-wrapped cheese-stuffed mushrooms
Grilled chickpea salad
Pork tenderloin with plums and streaky bacon
Grilled chicken and lemon skewers with lemon yogurt dip
Grilled pineapple with rosemary mascarpone
Chicken satay with peanut sauce
Mint tuna with gluten-free pasta
Grilled liver sausage with warm potato and sauerkraut salad
Amazing homemade cheddar & onion burgers
Chicken breast in herb marinade with pita bread
Asian-style grilled pork belly
Grilled trout with polenta and vegetables
Pan-seared pork neck in mustard with root vegetables
Chicken with lemon and oregano
Weekend tip: beetroot beef burgers
Hot dog with sausage and mustard mayo
Grilled pork tenderloin in mustard marinade
Smashed potatoes on a skewer
Grilled chicken hearts with mushrooms
Frequently asked questions
How do I marinate meat for the grill?
The base is oil, an acid (lemon, vinegar, yogurt), garlic, and herbs. Marinate at least a few hours, ideally overnight. The recipes give exact ratios.
How long should I grill meat?
A steak needs just a few minutes per side, pork neck 15–20 minutes, and chicken thighs a good half hour over indirect heat. Sausages take 10–15 minutes. When in doubt, pull it early and finish it — you can't un-burn meat.
How do I know when the meat is done?
A thermometer is the surest way — chicken wants 74 °C at the bone, pork around 70 °C, steak however you like it. No thermometer? Cut into the thickest part: the juices should run clear, not pink.
What can I grill if I don't eat meat?
Halloumi, corn, portobellos, zucchini, and peppers all pick up great flavor from the grate. Brush the vegetables with oil so they don't stick, and the cheese only needs a short stint on a hot grill.
What sides go with a cookout?
The classics are potato salad, coleslaw, grilled corn, and bread. Add fresh dips and a green salad and you're set.