“Our South African roots will be evident in the inspiration behind this dish. Firstly, you should know that Funnyman and I LOVE to braai (BBQ). We don’t use charcoal (shudder) and we don’t use gas (even bigger shudder) – we actually import our wood from South Africa via a fabulous company here in the UK. They provides us with kameeldoring wood which is excellent. You see, South Africans don’t braai just to eat. We spend hours watching the logs burn down to coals while we chat with loved ones. And then, after everyone has eaten, we throw more wood on the fire and just watch the flames as we contemplate life! As you can imagine, coal and gas BBQs just won’t cut it for us. Anyway, we not only cook meat on the braai, but also vegetables. Check out these awesome onion skewers!” – Monya
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More on BBQ Onion Skewers with Chilli Butter…
Onions, when grilled to perfection, bring a delightful sweetness and smoky flavour to any dish. Skewering them and grilling them over an open flame creates a deliciously charred exterior while maintaining their natural juiciness. It’s a perfect low-carb alternative for those craving a tasty BBQ treat.
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To take these skewers to the next level, a homemade chilli butter is prepared to melt over the grilled onions. Chilli butter adds a rich and spicy kick, complementing the natural sweetness of the onions. Making the butter at home allows for control over the ingredients, ensuring it stays keto-friendly without any hidden sugars or additives.
The combination of the charred onions and the creamy, spicy butter creates a mouth-watering symphony of flavours. It’s a keto-friendly indulgence that satisfies both your taste buds and your dietary goals.
These onion skewers showcase the versatility and creativity that can be achieved within the boundaries of this eating plan. So, fire up the grill, thread those onions onto skewers, and savour the smoky goodness!
It is important to note that to maintain ketosis, it’s essential to track carbohydrate intake and ensure it aligns with your daily macro goals. Consulting with a healthcare professional is advised before making significant dietary changes. Scroll to the bottom to see the full macros and allergens for these BBQ Onion Skewers with Chilli Butter, as well as all the Side dishes on Fats of Life®.
BBQ Onion Skewers with Chilli Butter
Per serving
Ingredients
- Chilli Compound Butter (full batch), Fats of Life recipe
- 3 large onions, peeled
- 1 TB olive oil
- smoked sea salt flakes
- 1 tsp snipped chives
Instructions
- Assuming your Chilli Butter is prepared and in the fridge, proceed with the recipe:
- I used three large onions to yield 6 thick slices (from the middle part of the onions) - and they were approx 45g (1.6oz) each.Remember to slice the onion on its side, as pictured below. Do not discard all the ends - simply keep them aside for when other recipes call for chopped onions. I am not a fan of food waste, so wrap them well and use the trimmings in other ways. I love my onion pod saver (visible in the pic) which I found at Lakeland here in the UK.
- Use 2 metal BBQ skewers to carefully thread through the centre of the onion pieces. I do not recommend using wooden skewers for this: they break easily with the tough onion and its very dangerous if you slip.
- Brush with olive oil while you prepare your BBQ. At the same time, preheat the oven to 100°C (fan oven). This is 120°C for conventional ovens (or 210°F / gas mark 1).
- Once the coals are ready, place the onions onto the grill and get some great char-marks on one side, before gently flipping over (I recommend doing this with your hands using BBQ gloves) and get some char-marks on the underside. Touch the onions, they should start to feel really tender after about 10-12 minutes.
- Remove them from the BBQ and place onto a tray. Pop them in the warm oven for 15 minutes to gently finish cooking through.
- In the meantime, remove the Chilli Compound Butter from the fridge. Unwrap and slice into 6 thick slices.
- Just before serving, slide the onions gently off the skewers and place a disc of butter on top to melt. Season with smoked sea salt flakes and scatter over the snipped chives.
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Nutritional Information per serving (1 onion slice with chilli butter)Calories 125Kcal / 523kJ
Fat 12g
Carbohydrates 3.7g
Protein 0.6g
Allergens
Milk
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Drop me a line if you have any questions or comments about this recipe. I will do my best to reply as soon as possible! Monya xxx