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Spatchcock barbecued with cauliflower and chickpeas and a spot of shopping

August 20, 2014 by Tania 12 Comments

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This juicy barbecued Spatchcock is all you’ll need for a complete meal. Marinated with preserved lemon and garlic it is served with delicious Pumpkin, cauliflower and chickpeas.

barbecued Spatchcock with Pumpkin, cauliflower and chickpeas

I may have mentioned that Skater and I love the whole idea of a Barbeque.  We don’t have a lot of room for either a BBQ or outdoors dining but when ever I get the chance we invite people over for a bit of alfresco fun.

A couple of weeks ago we lost our little old lady pussy cat who has been purring on our laps since Skater was 3.  It has been too hard to mention it until now, we’ve been quietly moving around our empty house and briskly passing the pet food isle in the supermarket. The loss of our little friend has been immense and we decided it was time to think about the coming summer, moving on and looking ahead. So when we were out shopping, we peeked into Barbeques Galore for a bit of a daydream to cheer ourselves up. The dream of buying one of those compact Ziggy’s or Webers was beyond us and although the salesman was very helpful  we had to leave those behind.

Barbecued Spatchcoke with preserved lemon and chickpeas

The store just seems to be so full of wonderful outdoor kitchens and cooking equipment that I would love . It’s all so cheap. Late in winter is the ideal time to get a bargain, and get a bargain we did!  As we were leaving the store we passed an outdoor setting of 4 chairs and a lovely table. It weighed in at under $200.00 and we decided there and then that we could sit at the table in the sun, alfresco style and cheer ourselves up.  We didn’t mean to but, as Skater reasoned, we are no longer buying pet food or flea treatment or taking our baby to the vet. I love that son of mine.

barbecued Spatchcock with preserved lemon and cauliflower

Well, since we didn’t come home with a barbecue, it was necessary to cook our Spatchcocks first in a cast iron grill pan and then pop them into the oven for a couple of minutes. However if you have a great barbecue this marinated Spatchcock can be done on the grill with lid and the pumpkin and cauliflower can be done on the flat plate.

Spatchcock marinade

If you like this one why not try this recipe too. Spatchcock with Lemon, mint and quinoa

You may also like these recipes using Preserved lemons

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This post was supported by Barbecues Galore

barbecued Spatchcock with Pumpkin, cauliflower and chickpeas

Barbecued Spatchcock with lemon and smoked paprika

This is a delicious summer dish for the BBQ and if you are like us and don't currently have one then finish it in the oven. Preserved lemons add a tangy exotic flavour . Find them at the deli or supermarket.
5 from 4 votes
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Course Chicken, Main Course
Cuisine Australian
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

Set the oven to around 180C/350F. You'll need a caste iron or heavy skillet and a tray lined with baking paper

  • 3 whole Spatchcocks cut down the back and as many bones as you can handle removed
  • 60 ml olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic crushed
  • 1/4 whole preserved lemon cut finely
  • 1 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 Tablespoon thyme chopped
  • 1 Tablespoon Maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Salad and dressing

  • 400 gm chickpeas drained / 1 can
  • 700 gm cauliflower small / broken or cut into flowerettes
  • 1 kg Kent pumpkin cut into smallish pieces
  • 4 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 bunch coriander
  • 150 gm feta creamy Danish

Dressing :

  • 2 Tablespoon olive Oil
  • 2 Tablespoons lemon juice 1/2 a lemon
  • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 piece preserved lemon finely chopped
  • 1 whole Lemon cut into wedges to serve

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl mix the oil, spices, salt and pepper and maple syrup well.(the first 9 ingredients -except the Spatchcocks). Add the Spatchcocks and mix them up covering with marinade. Cover and set aside.
  • Put the vegetables in a bowl and add the oil and salt and toss. Leave the coriander and feta aside
  • I heated a cast iron skillet on high. I added the vegetables in batches charing them and then putting onto the baking paper lined tray. Bake the vegetables in the oven for approximately 20-30 minutes till browned and tender (You can bake them with out colouring first if you prefer)
  • Set the vegetables aside . Cool slightly then put back into a bowl that is large enough to contain all of the salad ingredients
  • Meanwhile heat the skillet again to smoking. Shake off any excess marinade and put the spatchcocks onto the skillet skin side down. Don't touch or turn for 2-4 minutes until they are dark and caramelized. Carefully take out of the pan without ripping the skin and put onto the baking tray the vegetables came off. Continue with the other Spatchcocks. Once they are all nicely browned and on the tray you can add any extra marinade to the tray and put into the oven. ( Do not use the marinade again unless it is COOKED)
  • Bake for 20 minutes or until cooked through. Test by piercing the thick part of a leg with a sharp knife.
  • Take out of the oven and set aside. Add the chickpeas and rough chopped coriander and crumbled feta to the bowl of vegetables.
  • Mix the dressing ingredients together. The best way to do this is put it into an empty jar and shake. Taste test for salt .
  • Cut the Spatchcocks into quarters and serve on top of the salad. Pour the dressing over the salad and spatchcocks and add more coriander .
Our table and chairs. We love them.

Our table and chairs. We love them.

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  1. minnie@thelady8home

    August 29, 2014 at 8:24 am

    5 stars
    The loss must be devastating! I am so sorry to hear it. Hope you find some peace.

    The BBQ is looking lovely. I especially like the florets….
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  2. Maureen | Orgasmic Chef

    August 28, 2014 at 10:39 pm

    5 stars
    I’m sorry about kitty. It’s amazing what a big hole in your life a pet makes when it moves on.

    I love BBQs Galore. I’d be rich today if I hadn’t spent so much money there over the years. 🙂
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  3. grace

    August 25, 2014 at 9:52 am

    i love both the word ‘spatchcock’ and the technique. glorious meal! 🙂
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  4. cityhippyfarmgirl

    August 24, 2014 at 4:29 pm

    Lovely Tania. Enjoy your new outdoor setting, I hope there are a lot more wonderful meals to be shared on it, (and of course there would be, it’s you cooking!)
    Big hug for you. xxx

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  5. Krista

    August 22, 2014 at 9:57 am

    5 stars
    What a sad, sad loss. XO I’m truly sorry.
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  6. nancy

    August 21, 2014 at 8:01 pm

    5 stars
    I’m so sorry to hear that especially after losing your dog too. Animals are family too – more so because they never talk back and they are always happy to see you. I’m glad you cheered yourself up with a spanking new outdoor setting and a beautiful celebratory meal.

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  7. InTolerant Chef

    August 21, 2014 at 6:33 pm

    So sorry about your little friend Tania, I know it must be so hard for you guys xox
    Your recipe looks gorgeous, the lemons would add such a great tang indeed. Your table and chairs look like a great place to enjoy the fresh air and soak up some vitamin D 🙂
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  8. Hotly Spiced

    August 21, 2014 at 4:42 pm

    I’m so sorry to hear this, Tania as I know how much you love animals and you’ve suffered two loses in such quick succession. No wonder you needed to cheer yourselves up. I love the new outdoor setting and it’s so timely with the weather (hopefully) warming up so you’ll be able to eat outdoors almost every day. We don’t have a BBQ either and I would really love one. I’m pinning your beautiful recipe xx
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  9. celia

    August 21, 2014 at 11:47 am

    Ooh that sounds delicious! Love the addition of maple syrup! The outdoor setting is lovely!
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  10. ahu

    August 21, 2014 at 11:35 am

    Sorry to hear about your kitty – I know firsthand how difficult that is! The recipe looks delicious.
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  11. Pamela Hayward

    August 21, 2014 at 10:46 am

    So sorry you lost your cat (and I know you lost your dog @ Christmas). This sounds delicious and I love cauliflower, pumpkin and chick peas.
    Maybe Santa will bring you a BBQ come summer. They are great!
    Love your posts…

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      August 21, 2014 at 12:48 pm

      Thank you Pamela and i really appreciate your comments.

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