BBQ Highlights of Summer 2025
Summer 2025 Brought the Umami to the BBQ
Summer 2025 has been full of sunshine, outdoor gatherings, and sizzling grills. At The Original Black Garlic, we’ve loved seeing how our community has been using our naturally aged garlic to transform simple BBQs into flavour-packed feasts. Whether you’re cooking for the family, sharing plates with friends, or experimenting with new recipes, black garlic is the secret ingredient that turns summer food into something unforgettable.
From juicy burgers to fresh summer salads, here are some of our favourite BBQ recipes from this year, including some brilliant creations you’ve shared with us.
Veggie BBQ Favourites
Black Garlic Butter Corn on the Cob
Grilled corn on the cob is a summer classic, but brush it with black garlic butter and you take it to the next level. The sweet kernels pair beautifully with the savoury richness of black garlic, creating a side dish everyone will reach for.
Black Garlic Grilled Veggie Platter
Courgettes, aubergines, peppers, and onions marinated in black garlic, olive oil, and balsamic, then charred to perfection. A vegetarian centrepiece full of smoky, tangy flavours.
Black Garlic Frittata
Perfect for a picnic or BBQ buffet table. Light, fluffy, and with an umami kick. Try the recipe here.
BBQ Meat & Fish Classics
The Original Black Garlic Burger
This is a proper summer showstopper. Juicy beef patties mixed with finely chopped black garlic and layered into a brioche bun with cheese and caramelised onions.
Black Garlic Glazed Chicken Skewers
A simple marinade of black garlic, soy sauce, honey, and olive oil turns chicken skewers into a sweet-savory sensation. Try swapping the chicken for prawns or tofu for a twist. Find the recipe here.
Steak with Black Garlic, Mushroom & Chilli Sauce
Steak and BBQ go hand in hand, but drizzle with this bold sauce and it’s unforgettable.
Black Garlic & Citrus BBQ Salmon
Fresh salmon fillets brushed with a black garlic, orange, and honey glaze, grilled skin-side down until perfectly cooked. Serve with couscous and grilled lemon halves.
Salads & Sides with a Twist
Black Garlic Potato Salad
Creamy, tangy, and deeply savoury – this potato salad is a BBQ game-changer. Toss baby potatoes in a dressing made with mayonnaise, yoghurt, mustard, vinegar, and finely chopped black garlic.
Mediterranean Lentil Salad with Black Garlic Vinaigrette
Packed with fresh herbs and hearty lentils, balanced by a rich black garlic dressing.
Apple & Beetroot Carpaccio with Black Garlic Honey Vinaigrette
A refreshing, colourful side that’s as good for the eyes as it is for the taste buds.
Dips, Sauces & Marinades
Black Garlic Hummus Dip
Blend chickpeas, tahini, lemon, olive oil, and a spoonful of black garlic paste for a creamy dip that works with crudités or warm flatbreads. Or, simply stir black garlic paste into shop-bought hummus for an instant upgrade.
Black Garlic BBQ Sauce
Sweet, tangy, and smoky with layers of umami.
The Original Black Garlic Summer Marinade
A versatile mix of black garlic, olive oil, honey, lemon, soy, and smoked paprika. Use it on chicken, fish, tofu, or veggies – then grill, BBQ, or roast.
A Summer Toast: The OBG Sunset Cocktail
Because no BBQ is complete without a refreshing drink in hand, the OBG Sunset Cocktail has been our highlight of the season. A bold blend of tequila (or rum), lime, orange liqueur, and black garlic syrup, it’s smoky, sweet, and sharp all at once. For a non-alcoholic version, swap tequila for iced lapsang souchong tea or kombucha.
A Little Goes a Long Way
From burgers to salads, dips to drinks, The Original Black Garlic has been the star of our summer BBQs. Its rich umami flavour means you don’t need complicated rubs or extra sauces – just a spoonful is enough to transform a dish.
Whether you’re planning one last late-summer cookout or getting inspired for next year, stock up on The Original Black Garlic and bring the umami to your BBQ.
Updated Packaging
We're also rolling out a new packaging style that reflects our refreshed brand identity. This means that, for a short time, you might see both our old and new packaging on shelves and in your orders. Rest assured, the quality inside is the same exceptional black garlic you know and love.
New Products Coming Soon
The excitement doesn't stop there! We've been busy behind the scenes developing new products that we can't wait to share with you. From innovative flavour pairings to exciting ways to enjoy black garlic, there's a lot to look forward to. Stay tuned for announcements very soon.
We're so grateful for your support as we continue to grow and evolve. These changes are all about making The Original Black Garlic even better for you — our amazing community of food lovers, chefs, and adventurers in taste.
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Here's to the next chapter in our journey together!
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