There are plenty of reasons to throw a backyard barbecue. From gathering your friends and family for a small get-together to celebrating a special occasion, it’s easy to justify firing up the grill and making some memories. However, those who regularly find themselves hosting parties behind the grill might be looking for some ways to get creative about their backyard barbecues.
If you and your friends are into astrology, one great way to do mix up your BBQ is to host a party based on your zodiac sign. Here are a few ideas on how to throw the perfect backyard barbecue based on your zodiac sign!
Before You Get Started: Make Sure That Everything Is in Place
This is a backyard barbecue, and no backyard barbecue is complete without the proper preparation and planning. Before we dive into a few delicious recipe ideas for your zodiac sign, here’s what you need to do to make sure that your zodiac sign barbecue goes off without a hitch.
- Make Sure Your Space Has Been Prepared: The last thing that you want to have to do during your barbecue is to run back and forth between your kitchen and your grill getting all the things that you need for your dishes. Instead, take some time before the party to make sure that your BBQ grill island has all of the tools that you need at your disposal long before you start grilling. Whether it’s just double-checking that you have backup tools like a camping cooking kit or plenty of propane, it never hurts to be prepared!
- Stock Your Island With Drinks: Regardless of which zodiac sign you fall under, your guests are going to need something to drink! Now’s the time to stock up on all the drinks that you need to keep your guests happy. For the warmer summer months, you should have a wide range of bottled and canned beverages in your outdoor refrigerator to keep guests cool and refreshed. During the cooler months, you might be better off making cider, hot chocolate, or other warm drinks so guests don’t get too cold. Of course, good, old-fashioned healthy water is always a hit with your guests too!
- Decorate Your Patio Space for Your Guests: Every backyard barbecue that has a theme should be decorated to fit that theme, and you don’t have to go overboard to do it. From balloons to items that you can hang in your patio space, there are plenty of zodiac-themed party decorations on the market that you can use to create some magic for your event.
- Consider All the Potential Obstacles Ahead of Time: There are plenty of things that could go wrong during a barbecue party. However, as a master griller, you’re ready for anything. Are insects constantly bugging your partygoers? Hang up some deterrents or supply them with bug repellent so they can keep the fun going. Do the temperatures tend to plummet during the night? Start a fire or make sure you have plenty of heaters in your patio so guests can continue having fun outdoors. No matter the obstacle, be prepared!
- Don’t Forget to Have Fun!: Finally, don’t forget to have fun! While parties can be stressful, they shouldn’t be. Take your time, relax, and remember that you’re doing this to get together with those closest to you!
Zodiac Sign Recipe Ideas
While we won’t cover every zodiac sign, we will give you a few delicious ideas to help you develop a better taste for what you should be looking for to best represent your zodiac sign. With all that said, let’s dive in!
For the Aries, try out some barbecued buffalo wings.
People who are Aries are known for being fiery, confident, and strong. Fortunately, there are plenty of recipes that fit these characteristics. One great idea for a backyard barbecue is barbecued buffalo wings. All you have to do to make some finger-licking wings on your grill is to:
- Preheat your barbecue to medium-high heat.
- Season your chicken wings (as many as you want) with salt and pepper.
- Rub down your grill grates with vegetable oil using a paper towel to prevent the wings from sticking.
- Place the wings on your grill, keeping them covered and flipping them occasionally until they have a golden brown skin and are completely cooked through (est. 20 minutes).
- Remove your wings and coat them with the sauce of your choosing. If you want to make a quick sauce for them, you can combine one cup of melted, unsalted butter, 1-1/3 cups of your favorite hot sauce, and two teaspoons of chili powder.
- Enjoy!
For the Taurus, try out some delicious pulled pork.
Tauruses are known for seeking comfort and sensuality, and they’re often considered to be some of the biggest foodies of the zodiac signs. This makes Taurus grill masters the perfect people for this type of barbecue. But what dish will suffice? Smoked pulled pork is always a hearty choice for a Taurus. Just…
- Preheat your smoker to around 225℉, adding your favorite wood chips to give your meat a special kick.
- Trim your pork shoulder down so that the majority of the fat is removed, scoring it once you’ve managed to get it down to 1/4 of an inch.
- Cover your pulled pork with ¼ cup of yellow mustard as this will help keep your rub on.
- Combine 1 tablespoon of coarse salt, 1 tablespoon of coarse ground black pepper, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon of paprika. Mix and sprinkle onto your pork shoulder, making sure that it sticks firmly.
- Put your pork onto the grill grate and insert a temperature probe so you can monitor the progress of your pulled pork.
- Smoke for approximately two hours, then create a mixture using ¼ cup apple cider vinegar and ¼ cup water to spritz your pork until it reaches an internal temperature of 160℉.
- Wrap or leave as is (depending on your preferences).
- Cook until it reaches an internal temperature of anywhere from 195-205℉. The former tends to be stringier but moister while the latter has a chunky consistency with less moisture.
- Let your pork shoulder rest for around one to two hours. Then, shred and serve on buns with coleslaw and your favorite sides.
No matter what your zodiac sign is, you can always throw a barbecue. Use the tips above to gain some inspiration and plan your next zodiac-based barbecue party!