Grilled Bacon Wrapped Onion Rings
These onion rings are perfect for grilling! Dusted with a smoky rub, wrapped in bacon, then cooked on the grill. We've also included a spicy dipping sauce to go with. Who knew eating your veggies could be so delicious!
INGREDIENTS
2 large sweet onions
Dry rub of your choice
2 lbs. thinly sliced bacon
Your favorite BBQ sauce
INSTRUCTIONS
Cut the onions into rings about ½ inch thick and separate each ring.
Lay them out on a flat surface and dust them lightly with the dry rub.
Wrap a slice of bacon around the onion ring; for the smaller rings you may be able to use a half-slice of bacon.
Secure the bacon on the onion with a skewer or toothpick.
To Grill:
Fill up a charcoal chimney with hardwood lump charcoal and light it. When flames start coming out of the top of the chimney, the coals are ready. Dump onto one side of the cooker. Keep the other side clear for indirect cooking. Place the wrapped onion rings on the grate directly over the coals and sear them for about 1 minute per side, then move them to the cooler side of the grill for about 1 hour, or until the bacon is cooked. When the bacon is done, brush with the barbecue sauce and continue to cook an additional 15 minutes to set the sauce. Serve with Spicy Sriracha Dipping Sauce (recipe below)
Spicy Sriracha Dipping Sauce:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Sriracha
2 teaspoons lime juice
1/2 teaspoon paprika
salt and pepper to taste
Combine all ingredients and refrigerate until ready to serve.
recipe adapted from Pitmaster Bill Gillespie
