Vegan Grill Recipes: Part 2 – 5 High-End Plant-Based BBQ Creations

Now that you’ve mastered the basics, let’s dive into 5 gourmet vegan grill recipes with bold flavors, chef-worthy presentation, and pro-level techniques.

1. Smoked Paprika & Maple Glazed Portobello Steaks 🍄🔥

Flavor Profile: Umami-rich, smoky-sweet, meaty texture

Ingredients:

• 4 large Portobello mushrooms (stems removed)
• ¼ cup maple syrup
• 2 tbsp smoked paprika
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar

Method:

1. Whisk marinade ingredients, coat mushrooms, rest 30 mins.
2. Grill 5 mins per side on high heat.
3. Brush with extra glaze before serving.

Serving Suggestion: Over creamy polenta with grilled asparagus.

Pro Tip: Reverse-sear for extra tenderness (low heat first, then char).

2. Jackfruit “Pulled Pork” Sliders with Carolina Gold BBQ Sauce 🍍🌶️

Flavor Profile: Tangy, sweet, with a vinegar kick

Ingredients:

• 2 cans young green jackfruit (in brine)
• 1 cup Carolina Gold BBQ sauce (mustard-based)
• 1 tbsp liquid smoke
• ½ tsp cumin

Method:

1. Shred jackfruit, marinate 1 hour.
2. Grill in foil packet 20 mins (indirect heat).
3. Pile onto GF slider buns with vegan slaw.

Hack: Add crushed pineapple for natural sweetness.

3. Blackened Cajun Tofu Skewers with Remoulade Dip 🍢⚜️

Flavor Profile: Spicy, crispy, with a creamy finish

Ingredients:

• 1 block extra-firm tofu (pressed, cubed)
• 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Remoulade:

• ½ cup vegan mayo
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp hot sauce

Method:

1. Toss tofu in oil & seasoning.
2. Skewer, grill 3 mins per side.
3. Serve with remoulade.

Pro Tip: Freeze tofu first for a chewier texture.

4. Grilled Peach & Halloumi Salad (Vegan “Feta” Style) 🍑🥗

Flavor Profile: Sweet, salty, with herbaceous notes

Ingredients:

• 2 peaches, halved
• 1 block vegan halloumi (or firm tofu)
• 4 cups arugula
• ¼ cup balsamic glaze

Method:

1. Grill peaches 2 mins per side.
2. Sear halloumi 3 mins per side.
3. Toss with arugula & glaze.

Hack: Add candied pecans for crunch.

5. Coffee-Rubbed Seitan Ribs with Bourbon BBQ Glaze 🥃🍖

Flavor Profile: Bold, smoky, with a whiskey kick

Ingredients:

• 1 lb homemade seitan ribs
• 2 tbsp coffee grounds
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• ½ cup bourbon BBQ sauce

Method:

1. Rub seitan with coffee mix.
2. Smoke 30 mins (or indirect grill).
3. Glaze & char 2 mins per side.

Pro Tip: Braise seitan first for fall-off-the-bone texture.

📌 Final Grilling Pro Tips

✔ Let veggies char for maximum flavor
✔ Rest vegan “meats” 5 mins before slicing
✔ Pair with bold sides (grilled corn, potato salad)

Which recipe will you try first? Tag #VeganGrillMaster