The vibrant orange hues of the BBQ glazed pumpkin wedges are beautifully contrasted by scattering of black sesame seeds and chopped fresh spring onions over each piece. Set against a rustic, charcoal-black grill tray, this dish makes for an eye-catching, appetizing image.

Autumn Embrace - BBQ Chinese style Pumpkin

Name: Autumn Embrace - BBQ Chinese style Pumpkin
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Chinese Fusion
Ingredients: small pumpkin, 1 piece halved and deseeded; hoisin sauce, 1/2 cup; soy sauce, 2 tablespoons; rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon; brown sugar, 1 tablespoon; Chinese five-spice powder, 1/2 teaspoon; garlic, 2 cloves minced; ginger, 1/2 inch finely grated; spring onions, 2 chopped; black or white sesame seeds, 1 tablespoon; olive oil, 1 tablespoon; salt and black pepper, to taste

Category BBQ

Prep 20 minutes

Cook 10 minutes

Style Chinese Fusion

Technique Grilling

Diet Friendly Vegan

Daily Recipe: October 15, 2024

Fusing autumnal flavors with the aromatics of Chinese cuisine, this BBQ recipe takes a unique spin on traditional fare. The star of the dish is pumpkin, enriched with homemade Chinese BBQ sauce and garnish with spring onions and sesame seeds. The naturally sweet, seasonal pumpkin combines beautifully with the umami boost from the Chinese-inspired BBQ sauce.

Ingredients (for 2)

Small pumpkin - 1 piece - halved and deseeded
Hoisin sauce - 1/2 cup
Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
Brown sugar - 1 tablespoon
Chinese five-spice powder - 1/2 teaspoon
Garlic - 2 cloves - minced
Ginger - 1/2 inch - finely grated
Spring onions - 2 - chopped
Black or white sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
Salt and black pepper - to taste

Preparation

Step 1 - 🔥🔥⏲️

Preheat a BBQ grill to medium heat.
Step 2 - 🎃🔪💧🧂

Cut the pumpkin into 1-inch thick wedges. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
Step 3 - 🍵🥣🌡️

In a small saucepan, mix hoisin sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, Chinese five-spice powder, garlic, and ginger. Simmer over low heat for 5 minutes until thickened.
Step 4 - 🎃🔥⏲️

Place the seasoned pumpkin on the grill with the skin side down. Grill for approximately 5 minutes.
Step 5 - 🎃🔄🥣🔥

Flip the pumpkin wedges. Brush the BBQ sauce generously on the pumpkin and grill for another 5 minutes till they're soft and charred.
Step 6 - 🎃🔥🥣

Remove the pumpkin from the grill and let it cool a little. Brush another layer of BBQ sauce on top.
Step 7 - 🍽️🌱🍚

Garnish with spring onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Additional

For a bit of extra punch, consider adding a teaspoon of chili flakes to your BBQ sauce. This BBQ Chinese style Pumpkin is a versatile dish - a conversation starter at a BBQ party, or as a unique side dish for your Thanksgiving dinner. While not traditional, it's a fun way to introduce kids to different flavors. They can help brushing on the BBQ sauce!