It’s that wonderful time of year. Some choose to go out to eat and celebrate Valentine’s Day, while others prefer to dodge the crowds and stay in. You can probably guess what side we lean on. One perk of eating out is not having to deal with the clean up – well we have an answer for that! Skip the Capital Grille for Valentine’s day and make any amazing meal at home. We put together a few simple Valentine’s Day grilling ideas that you can whip up on your BBQ or smoker. We’ll keep it simple and give you two of our favorite Valentine’s Day grilling ideas. For a bonus, we’ll also through in some Valentine’s Day giftsfor him, like this BBQ Tool Set or the Dad Grill Boss burger press.
Two Easy Valentine’s Day Grilling Ideas
Valentine’s Day is a special occasion, and one that often involves a special meal, especially if you’re planning to celebrate with your loved one over a romantic dinner. Before you start grilling, it’s important to make sure that you have everything you need to make the day special. This includes your Valentine’s Day card and ensuring that your Valentine’s Day flowers order has been placed. With those important details taken care of, it’s time to turn your attention to the cooking. Over the years, we have had many memorable Valentine’s Day grilling experiences, and we wanted to share two recipes that really stood out from the crowd. These two dishes, bacon-wrapped dates and grilled lobster tail, are not only simple to cook, but they’re also something special and different from what we usually have in our regular rotation. These easy-to-make Valentine’s Day grilling ideas are sure to impress your loved one and are all but guaranteed to be a hit at your next celebration
Grilled Bacon Wrapped Dates – Appetizer
On a night like Valentine’s Day, you want to have an elegant, but simple meal. One that shows your significant other that amount of thought and effort put into the meal. One of our favorite apps on a grill is bacon wrapped dates. At it’s simplest incarnation, this tasty app only requires two ingredients: bacon and dates. If you’re looking to get a little fancier you can also stuff with cheese to make your grilled app a bit more decadent. Bring the bacon and dates to room temperature. Slice the bacon into smaller strips and wrap based on your preferences. One tip we’d recommend is using a toothpick to hold the bacon and dates together. Place on a grill at 400 degrees and cook for 8 minutes on one side prior to flipping. Add an additional 7 minutes, or cook until you get your desired doneness.
Check out the video below for step by step directions for grilling a great app, or you can read the recipe here.
Grilled Lobster Tail on a Big Green Egg
Grilled lobster tails can be cooked on a standard gas or charcoal grill, in addition to a grill/smoker like the Big Green Egg. While this recipe is a bit fancier than most, you will still be paying a fraction of the price that you would be by eating in a loud, crowded restaurant on Valentine’s Day.
Grilling a lobster tail may look a little complex, but with a kitchen shear and some patience, almost anyone can cook this recipe. There are some folks who like to keep the lobster meat in the shell. While others will use kitchen shear to cut the lobster shell from meaty portion of tail. We’ve put together a video of this technique for you to watch before the big day.
Once the lobster tail is prepped and ready to go – it is now ready to go on your grill. If you’re using a gas grill it’s around medium heat, if it’s a Big Green Egg or a smoker, we’re looking at between 350 and 400 degrees. One of the reasons we like this recipe is that it pairs well with the bacon wrapped dates, and half the prep work is done. You can keep the grill at the same temperature and rotate your items as they are cooked. One thing to keep in mind – you do not want to overcook the lobster. It will take about six minutes on each side. Don’t forget to liberally brush butter on the meat as it cooks!
If you’re looking for a great grilling recipe for Valentine’s Day, and want to go above and beyond, without breaking the bank, we’d recommend trying out this grilled lobster tail recipe.
Valentine’s Day Gifts for Him
And there you have it, your complete 2023 Valentine’s Day menu. You’ll start off with the delightful grilled bacon-wrapped dates, and then move on to the succulent grilled lobster tails. These two dishes are sure to set the tone for a romantic and memorable evening. If this menu doesn’t impress and satisfy you and your significant other, then I suggest you try a restaurant next year. However, I have no doubt that this menu will be a hit and leave you both feeling satisfied and happy. So, fire up the grill and get ready to enjoy a delicious Valentine’s Day meal that you’ll both remember for years to come!