Father's Day Starters: Shrimp Ceviche, Fresh Mango Margaritas Sweet & Savory Watermelon Wedges, Photo: NK |
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It was only fitting that our easy-to-achieve Father's Day Barbecue began with the world's easiest summer appetizer, Savory Chili Lime Watermelon Wedges. How many summer starters can be ready in under five minutes? Before we share the ever so simple recipe,
Check out our Father's Day BBQ Menu:
Cocktail Hour: Assorted Beer + Frozen Mango Margaritas
Sweet & Savory Chili Lime Watermelon Wedges (recipe follows)
Shrimp Ceviche with Tortilla Chips (a Neurotic Kitchen fave, recipe HERE)
Green Salad With Grilled Peaches and Dijon Shallot Vinaigrette
Assorted Ice Cream and Sorbet with Dark Chocolate Brownies & Strawberry Compote
Now, for your new go-to summer app, I give you this fresh spin on a barbecue favorite- a savory, sweet, tart and a little spicy slice of in-season Watermelon.
Sweet & Savory Chile Lime Watermelon Wedges
Serves About 10
Ingredients:
1 Small to Medium very ripe Watermelon (preferably seedless variety)
Zest of 4 Limes
Ancho Chile Powder
Sea Salt
Optional Cilantro for garnish
Method:
Slice Watermelon into wedged sized as you desire
Lay on a flat surface and sprinkle liberally with Lime Zest. Next sprinkle lightly with Ancho Chile Powder.
Slice one of the Limes and squeeze a few drops of juice over the Watermelon Wedges
Sprinkle a bit of Sea Salt all over and serve chilled. Garnish with Lime Wedges and optional Cilantro.
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It all went together wonderfully with the main event, a simply grilled Ribeye below. Until next year, here's to dad!
Now, for your new go-to summer app, I give you this fresh spin on a barbecue favorite- a savory, sweet, tart and a little spicy slice of in-season Watermelon.
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Sweet & Savory Chile Lime Watermelon Wedges, who knew? Photo: NK |
Sweet & Savory Chile Lime Watermelon Wedges
Serves About 10
Ingredients:
1 Small to Medium very ripe Watermelon (preferably seedless variety)
Zest of 4 Limes
Ancho Chile Powder
Sea Salt
Optional Cilantro for garnish
Method:
Slice Watermelon into wedged sized as you desire
Lay on a flat surface and sprinkle liberally with Lime Zest. Next sprinkle lightly with Ancho Chile Powder.
Slice one of the Limes and squeeze a few drops of juice over the Watermelon Wedges
Sprinkle a bit of Sea Salt all over and serve chilled. Garnish with Lime Wedges and optional Cilantro.
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It all went together wonderfully with the main event, a simply grilled Ribeye below. Until next year, here's to dad!
Easy Main Course: Ribeye with Green Salad & Grilled Peaches, Photo: NK |