Jumpstart Summertime and Try FIVE Sizzlin' Hot Flavor Ideas for the Grill

SPARKS, Md., May 4, 2017

"This summer is all about bringing new inspiration to grilling favorites like burgers, barbecue sauce, potatoes and wings," said McCormick Executive Chef Kevan Vetter. "Add a twist to your burgers by mixing Korean flavors like sesame, garlic, soy and honey into the patty, then top with an easy grilled kimchi and ginger garlic mayo. Or put that cast iron skillet to work on the grill and create the ultimate sausage and egg hash."

This year, the McCormick kitchens have teamed up with renowned pit masters and celebrity chefs to bring the season's must-try ideas to your backyard. Chefs Dale Talde and Sheldon Simeon and barbecue World Champion, Myron Mixon have created fresh, original recipes on their grills based on a favorite grilling Flavor Forecast trend. 

The FIVE must-grill ideas from the McCormick Flavor Forecast 2017: GRILLING EDITION include:

Next Level Korean BBQ Burgers –  Inspired by Tteokgalbi Korean beef patties, these burgers are loaded with layers of flavor. Swap marinated short rib for ground beef mixed with sesame, soy, honey and more. Then pile high with toppers like grilled kimchi and ginger garlic mayo.

• GRILL IT: Korean BBQ Burger with Grilled Kimchi & Ginger Garlic Mayo.
• CHEF'S TAKE: Chef Talde's Korean BBQ Burger Sliders

Backyard 'Poke' Shack – The Hawaiian raw seafood salad, poke, goes full-on grill. Sear fish or shrimp along with fresh summer veggies and fruits for smoky flavor. Throw in a bowl and mix with citrusy sweet 'n spicy dressings.

• GRILL IT: Hawaiian Grilled Tuna & Pineapple 'Poke', Grilled Tuna and Corn 'Poke' with Lime Crema, Grilled Sesame Garlic Shrimp 'Poke' with Pickled Radish & Rice
• CHEF'S TAKE: Chef Simeon's Ginger-Lime Shrimp 'Poke' with Coconut Milk & Rice

Cast Iron Spuds – Bored with your cold potato salad? Turn up the flame under old-school cast iron to create intense charred flavors in everything from loaded smashed potatoes to sausage and egg breakfast hashes.