INDIAN BBQ, THE HOMIE’S WAY: BREAD, POTATOES & SALAD TO LEVEL UP YOUR GRILL GAME

If you're looking to bring bold, vibrant flavour to your next barbecue, look no further than The Homie’s Kitchen Indian BBQ Kit, available now at Turner & George.

Created in collaboration with The Homie’s Kitchen, this box is packed with everything you need to bring Indian BBQ flair straight to your grill — perfectly portioned, expertly marinated, and ready to fire up. But no great BBQ is complete without the sides. Below, we’ve put together three delicious accompaniments — fresh naan, spiced buttered potatoes, and a zingy tomato & watermelon salad — to perfectly round out your Homie’s Indian BBQ experience.

Bread — The Foundation of BBQ Greatness

You need something sturdy, delicious, and worthy of mopping up all that spiced meat juice. Think slider buns, garlic naan, or anything that can hold its own on a plate full of flavour. Here’s a quick homemade naan recipe that’s perfect for BBQs — simple to make and even better straight off the grill.

Quick Garlic Naan

Ingredients:

• 300g bread flour

• 7g yeast

• 5g salt

• 5g sugar

• 1 tbsp melted butter

• 60g yogurt

• 130g water

Method:

1. Mix the water, yeast, and sugar, and let it sit for 10 minutes to activate.

2. Melt the butter.

3. In a bowl, combine the flour and salt.

4. Add all the other ingredients to the bowl and knead for 5 minutes until everything is incorporated. Let the dough rest for 10 minutes.

5. Knead again for another 5–10 minutes until you have a smooth dough ball.

6. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and set aside for 2 hours or until it doubles in size.

7. Once doubled, divide the dough into 8 even balls. Let them rest for 1 more hour (or chill overnight in the fridge).

8. When ready to cook, roll out each ball on a lightly floured surface.

9. Place on the BBQ and grill until you see bubbles and char marks, then flip to cook both sides until puffed up.

10. Brush with garlic-infused butter and wrap in a towel to keep warm.

Bombay Buttered Potatoes

What’s a BBQ without potatoes? These are spicy, buttery, crispy, and possibly the best sidekick your BBQ meat could ask for.

Ingredients:

• 500g baby/new potatoes

• 200g unsalted butter

• 1 tsp garam masala

• 1 tsp cumin powder

• 1 tsp coriander powder

• ½ tsp chilli powder

• ¼ tsp turmeric powder

• Salt, to taste

Method:

1. Boil the potatoes in salted water until just tender.

2. Using a heavy-bottomed pan (cast iron works well), heat a little olive oil directly on the BBQ over the coals.

3. Add the potatoes and grill until golden and crisp on the outside.

4. Add the butter and spices, stirring until the butter has melted and the potatoes are evenly coated.

5. Serve with a sprinkle of chopped chives or herbs.

Tomato & Watermelon Salad

BBQs are all about the meat, but it’s time to appreciate a good salad to cut through all that richness. This salad is light, refreshing, and perfectly balances sweet, savoury, and tangy flavours.

Ingredients:

• Fresh tomatoes

• Ripe watermelon

• Ricotta

• Fresh mint

• Crispy onions or shallots

• Chaat masala

• Lemon

Method:

1. Cut equal parts tomato and watermelon, season with a pinch of salt, and let them chill in the fridge for about an hour.

2. In a bowl, whip the ricotta with olive oil, lemon zest, half of the lemon juice, a squeeze of honey, finely chopped mint, salt, and black pepper.

3. Spread the whipped ricotta over a serving plate or platter.

4. Spoon the chilled tomato and watermelon on top.

5. Garnish with extra mint leaves, crispy onions, and a dusting of chaat masala.

Ready to Grill?

Whether you’re planning a backyard feast or just looking to spice up your weeknight meals, these sides are the perfect match for The Homie’s Kitchen Indian BBQ Kit.

So fire up the coals, gather your friends, and get ready for a meal that's full of flavour, fun, and memorable moments. Enjoy meat, heat, and sides that truly enhance the BBQ experience — the Homie’s way.