RedM Posted April 19, 2022 Report Share Posted April 19, 2022 I think I’ve stumbled across a ‘blokes with fires’ thread 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bristol Rob Posted April 19, 2022 Author Report Share Posted April 19, 2022 1 hour ago, Barrs Court Red said: This weekends effort. 7 hour smoked pork belly That looks epic. I have been smoking/slow cooking with my barbecue but find it quite a faff trying to keep a constant temperature in the barbecue for hours difficult. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barrs Court Red Posted April 19, 2022 Report Share Posted April 19, 2022 20 minutes ago, CyderInACan said: Oh my actual days! Just slow cooked in the BBQ? Sort of, it’s a bbq smoker Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barrs Court Red Posted April 19, 2022 Report Share Posted April 19, 2022 6 minutes ago, Bristol Rob said: That looks epic. I have been smoking/slow cooking with my barbecue but find it quite a faff trying to keep a constant temperature in the barbecue for hours difficult. I got a digital one for my birthday for that exact reason. In some ways it’s taken the “romance” out of the process but for longer cooks it’s a god send Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bristol Rob Posted April 19, 2022 Author Report Share Posted April 19, 2022 3 minutes ago, Barrs Court Red said: I got a digital one for my birthday for that exact reason. In some ways it’s taken the “romance” out of the process but for longer cooks it’s a god send I get mine wired up to various thermometers which are suppose to beep when it's outside of a range. Still requires a huge amount of attention. Romance is overrated, what model of BBQ did you get? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barrs Court Red Posted April 19, 2022 Report Share Posted April 19, 2022 51 minutes ago, Bristol Rob said: I get mine wired up to various thermometers which are suppose to beep when it's outside of a range. Still requires a huge amount of attention. Romance is overrated, what model of BBQ did you get? A Masterbuilt 800. I think Costco have them for around £600 but they don’t come with the Griddle plate that they normally come with elsewhere. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonyTonyTony Posted April 19, 2022 Report Share Posted April 19, 2022 9 minutes ago, Barrs Court Red said: A Masterbuilt 800. Serious bit of kit that. Nice one 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bristol Rob Posted April 19, 2022 Author Report Share Posted April 19, 2022 24 minutes ago, Barrs Court Red said: A Masterbuilt 800. I think Costco have them for around £600 but they don’t come with the Griddle plate that they normally come with elsewhere. That is some significant barbecue! Looks fantastic, bet the results are expic. I'm using a CosmoGrill XL - a far more basic device, but it does have a bottle opener built in to it! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barrs Court Red Posted April 19, 2022 Report Share Posted April 19, 2022 10 minutes ago, Bristol Rob said: That is some significant barbecue! Looks fantastic, bet the results are expic. I'm using a CosmoGrill XL - a far more basic device, but it does have a bottle opener built in to it! After nearly a decade of smoking meat it seemed a worthwhile investment. It’s bloody heavy mind you - and doesn’t have a bottle opener. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bristol Rob Posted April 19, 2022 Author Report Share Posted April 19, 2022 13 minutes ago, Barrs Court Red said: After nearly a decade of smoking meat it seemed a worthwhile investment. It’s bloody heavy mind you - and doesn’t have a bottle opener. Didn't think you were gonna drag down Weston Super for a hot-dog on the beach! And something that weighty should stop any garden thieves from trying to carry it away! As for the bottle opener.... Well, you can't have everything! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lanterne Rouge Posted April 19, 2022 Report Share Posted April 19, 2022 Mods. Can we have a mouth-watering emoji please? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BS2 Red Posted April 19, 2022 Report Share Posted April 19, 2022 8 hours ago, Barrs Court Red said: This weekends effort. 7 hour smoked pork belly 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin Maesknoll Red Posted April 19, 2022 Admin Report Share Posted April 19, 2022 7 hours ago, RedM said: I think I’ve stumbled across a ‘blokes with fires’ thread I like a nice fire pit, but can take or leave a BBQ, it’s a lot of fuss to grill a couple of chops or sausages…… Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PHILINFRANCE Posted April 20, 2022 Report Share Posted April 20, 2022 On 19/04/2022 at 11:48, TonyTonyTony said: Talking of monkfish, if you can get hold of the cheeks skewer them up and they are not too different from scallops. Just a marinade of lemon and olive oil Many Thanks for your tip. I was returning from the market this morning and passed by our local fishmonger. I called in out of curiosity to see what they had on special offer and, would you believe it, Monkfish cheeks at €16/kilo! So, I bought 400g and prepared them in a pan, rather than on a barbecue, with olive oil and lemon as I would normally do for fresh bass, sea bream etc. Very nice indeed, similar to scallops as you suggested, and a very enjoyable new discovery. Incidentally, I don't know whether they are popular in the UK, or even available, but beef cheeks are readily available over here and very tasty and succulent in a slow cooked stew. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonyTonyTony Posted April 20, 2022 Report Share Posted April 20, 2022 1 hour ago, PHILINFRANCE said: Many Thanks for your tip. I was returning from the market this morning and passed by our local fishmonger. I called in out of curiosity to see what they had on special offer and, would you believe it, Monkfish cheeks at €16/kilo! So, I bought 400g and prepared them in a pan, rather than on a barbecue, with olive oil and lemon as I would normally do for fresh bass, sea bream etc. Very nice indeed, similar to scallops as you suggested, and a very enjoyable new discovery. Incidentally, I don't know whether they are popular in the UK, or even available, but beef cheeks are readily available over here and very tasty and succulent in a slow cooked stew. 16 euros a kilo - bargain ! Glad you enjoyed them. The cheeks are normally always the best bit of any animal. (Arse jokes welcome) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PHILINFRANCE Posted April 20, 2022 Report Share Posted April 20, 2022 12 minutes ago, TonyTonyTony said: 16 euros a kilo - bargain ! Glad you enjoyed them. The cheeks are normally always the best bit of any animal. (Arse jokes welcome) A nice rump steak is usually quite enjoyable, although I prefer sirloin. Incidentally, what do fresh monkfish cheeks sell for in the UK? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonyTonyTony Posted April 20, 2022 Report Share Posted April 20, 2022 (edited) 14 minutes ago, PHILINFRANCE said: Incidentally, what do fresh monkfish cheeks sell for in the UK? Not really sure. My reaction to your 16 EUR/Kg for them was knowing how cheaper that is vs Scallops. On a wider point it’s amazing to me how little fishmongers or even fish choice there is in the UK considering we are an island nation. Bizarre Edited April 20, 2022 by TonyTonyTony Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lanterne Rouge Posted April 20, 2022 Report Share Posted April 20, 2022 25 minutes ago, TonyTonyTony said: Not really sure. My reaction to your 16 EUR/Kg for them was knowing how cheaper that is vs Scallops. On a wider point it’s amazing to me how little fishmongers or even fish choice there is in the UK considering we are an island nation. Bizarre It`s because all those pesky forriners keep catching them. I know this is true because Jacob Rees-Mogg told me. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PHILINFRANCE Posted April 20, 2022 Report Share Posted April 20, 2022 €16/kilo is about 1/3 of the price for fresh scallops - €40/50 per kilo, with the coral, although obviously far cheaper on the coast rather than in Paris. Re. wet fishmongers in the UK, I fear it was very much a case of use it or lose it. Prior to BREXIT, the northern French fishing ports were full of British boats, because the demand for fresh fish is far greater in France than in the UK, both from restaurants and the wider public. I live in a small suburb west of Paris, and the well stocked fishmonger is busy every day, especially in the warmer months, and the twice weekly local market has three or four fish stalls, all of which have constant queues. I suspect the English preference is for a takeaway fish and chips or, perhaps, a frozen, pre-prepared breaded cod, for convenience as much as anything, as it is invariably less expensive to buy fresh and cook it oneself. The same principle applies to butchers, fresh fruit and veg shops, bakers and even cheese shops, of which we have several within walking distance. If the demand wasn’t there, common sense suggests they would close down, but they are thriving, whereas in the UK they are virtually nonexistent. I maintain it is a question of supply and (lack of) demand. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonyTonyTony Posted April 20, 2022 Report Share Posted April 20, 2022 9 minutes ago, PHILINFRANCE said: €16/kilo is about 1/3 of the price for fresh scallops - €40/50 per kilo, with the coral, although obviously far cheaper on the coast rather than in Paris. Re. wet fishmongers in the UK, I fear it was very much a case of use it or lose it. Prior to BREXIT, the northern French fishing ports were full of British boats, because the demand for fresh fish is far greater in France than in the UK, both from restaurants and the wider public. I live in a small suburb west of Paris, and the well stocked fishmonger is busy every day, especially in the warmer months, and the twice weekly local market has three or four fish stalls, all of which have constant queues. I suspect the English preference is for a takeaway fish and chips or, perhaps, a frozen, pre-prepared breaded cod, for convenience as much as anything, as it is invariably less expensive to buy fresh and cook it oneself. The same principle applies to butchers, fresh fruit and veg shops, bakers and even cheese shops, of which we have several within walking distance. If the demand wasn’t there, common sense suggests they would close down, but they are thriving, whereas in the UK they are virtually nonexistent. I maintain it is a question of supply and (lack of) demand. Drives me mad we don’t have access to fresh fish in the UK as you do over there. First meal I invariably have when I’m in France / the med is fresh fish. Enjoy all the produce available. You can source stuff in the UK but not so easy. Thankfully I live in a town with a decent butchers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PHILINFRANCE Posted April 20, 2022 Report Share Posted April 20, 2022 15 minutes ago, TonyTonyTony said: Drives me mad we don’t have access to fresh fish in the UK as you do over there. First meal I invariably have when I’m in France / the med is fresh fish. Enjoy all the produce available. You can source stuff in the UK but not so easy. Thankfully I live in a town with a decent butchers I always find it interesting to eavesdrop (discreetly and politely) on British tourists in the local food markets. Invariably, they comment on the wide choice and presentation of the fruit and veg, marvel at the array of fish and ‘strange‘ cuts of meat, but also on the large choice of cheeses. But, of course, not all the cheeses are French, and, a few years ago in Brittany, I overheard an English woman with a northern accent exclaim to her partner that they were selling ‘fresh’ Cheddar. They then bought a large slice, ‘to see what it tasted like’. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spudski Posted April 21, 2022 Report Share Posted April 21, 2022 23 hours ago, PHILINFRANCE said: Many Thanks for your tip. I was returning from the market this morning and passed by our local fishmonger. I called in out of curiosity to see what they had on special offer and, would you believe it, Monkfish cheeks at €16/kilo! So, I bought 400g and prepared them in a pan, rather than on a barbecue, with olive oil and lemon as I would normally do for fresh bass, sea bream etc. Very nice indeed, similar to scallops as you suggested, and a very enjoyable new discovery. Incidentally, I don't know whether they are popular in the UK, or even available, but beef cheeks are readily available over here and very tasty and succulent in a slow cooked stew. Cod cheeks are good as well, cooked the same way. Unfortunately I'm allergic to monkfish...the only fish Beef cheeks are readily available in butchers if you ask. Like you say... gorgeous. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bristol Rob Posted May 6, 2022 Author Report Share Posted May 6, 2022 Sounds like there is a bit of warm weather on the way, so giving this a bump. Your recipes please! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kid in the Riot Posted May 6, 2022 Report Share Posted May 6, 2022 (edited) We're in English asparagus season now. Try and get some nice big, chunky asparagus. A lot of the best stuff is grown in Kent. Wash, click, and boil for 3 minutes. Pack of parma ham usually has 5 slices. Cut each slice in half and wrap a piece around each spear of asparagus. For the thinner spears, you could wrap 2 in one piece of ham. Brush each spear and ham with olive oil, all over. Place on a foil tray and season with salt and pepper. Put on the bbq (assuming 200-210 c) for 5-6 mins for a tasty snack/side. Edited May 6, 2022 by Kid in the Riot 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elhombrecito Posted May 6, 2022 Report Share Posted May 6, 2022 On 19/04/2022 at 20:24, Lanterne Rouge said: Mods. Can we have a mouth-watering emoji please? Slightly delayed reply, but just use the one on your phone keyboard... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigTone Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 Beer can chicken Take can of beer and take a couple of swigs from it. Put can up chickens bum end and balance and cook in kettle BBQ. Amazing 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PHILINFRANCE Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 On 20/04/2022 at 21:00, TonyTonyTony said: Not really sure. My reaction to your 16 EUR/Kg for them was knowing how cheaper that is vs Scallops. I have just spent a few days in Baie de Somme, 40 or so north of Dieppe. I saw on the fish market yesterday; fresh scallops, still in their shell, €6/kilo! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bristol Rob Posted May 7, 2022 Author Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 51 minutes ago, BigTone said: Beer can chicken Take can of beer and take a couple of swigs from it. Put can up chickens bum end and balance and cook in kettle BBQ. Amazing Which bit of the chicken do you drink? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigTone Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 Just now, Bristol Rob said: Which bit of the chicken do you drink? Any part you want !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barrs Court Red Posted May 23, 2022 Report Share Posted May 23, 2022 Been struggling to find any during Covid, but I’ve finally found a bottle of South Carolina Mustard in my local Sainsburys. This stuff really can turn a bland bbq into a thing of beauty - Goes really well with pork and beef, especially brisket. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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