Spicy Grilled Vegetables

Spicy Grilled Vegetables is a vibrant and flavorful Halal Chinese BBQ dish featuring a medley of fresh vegetables marinated in a zesty sauce, then grilled to perfection. This dish offers a delightful combination of heat and smokiness that enhances the natural sweetness of the veggies.

Ingredients

• Bell peppers (red, yellow, green) - 1 cup (chopped)
• Zucchini - 1 medium (sliced)
• Eggplant - 1 small (sliced)
• Red onion - 1 medium (cut into wedges)
• Mushrooms (button or shiitake) - 1 cup (halved)
• Garlic - 3 cloves (minced)
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Chili paste - 1 tablespoon
• Honey - 1 teaspoon
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh cilantro - for garnish (optional)

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, sesame oil, chili paste, honey, lime juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
2. Add the chopped bell peppers, zucchini, eggplant, red onion, and mushrooms to the marinade. Toss well to ensure all vegetables are coated. Let them marinate for at least 15 minutes.
3. Preheat the grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat.
4. Thread the marinated vegetables onto skewers, alternating the types for a colorful presentation.
5. Grill the vegetable skewers for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until they are tender and have grill marks.
6. Remove from the grill, sprinkle with fresh cilantro if desired, and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from a variety of vegetables.
• Low in calories and high in fiber, promoting satiety and digestive health.

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