Grilled Vegetables over Coals

Cooking method

1. Step 1:

   

   How do you grill vegetables over coals? Light a fire in the grill and let it burn down.

2. Step 2:

   

   While the wood burns down to coals, prep all the vegetables. Wash the eggplant, zucchini, mushrooms, tomatoes, and peppers. Peel the onion and garlic.

3. Step 3:

   

   Cut the zucchini (a small young one is best) into rounds about ½ inch (1 cm) thick.

4. Step 4:

   

   Slice the eggplant into thin rounds as well.

5. Step 5:

   

   Cut the bell peppers in half and remove the stem and seeds. If you like, quarter them.

6. Step 6:

   

   Cut the onion into thick rings, trying to keep the rings intact. Poke a few holes in each tomato with a toothpick so the marinade soaks in better.

7. Step 7:

   

   Make the marinade. In a deep bowl, combine the oregano, nutmeg, ground red and black pepper, marjoram, soy sauce, and vegetable oil. Mix well. Use whatever spices you like.

8. Step 8:

   

   Pour the marinade over the cut vegetables.

9. Step 9:

   

   For convenience, divide the vegetables among 3 plates: zucchini, eggplant, and bell pepper on the first; mushrooms on the second; cherry tomatoes, onion, and garlic on the third. Brush the marinade on evenly with a silicone brush.

10. Step 10:

    

    Thread the mushrooms onto wooden skewers.

11. Step 11:

    

    Do the same with the garlic and onion — it makes them easier to flip on the grill.

12. Step 12:

    

    When the coals are ready, lay the marinated eggplant on the grate. Cook, turning constantly, until done. Judge doneness to your own taste — some like their vegetables well charred, others prefer them half-cooked and crisp.

13. Step 13:

    

    Then grill the rest, one type at a time.

14. Step 14:

    

    The tomatoes only need a few seconds.

15. Step 15:

    

    Make the dressing. Press or finely mince the garlic. Squeeze the lemon. Combine the garlic, lemon juice, and vegetable oil.

16. Step 16:

    

    Arrange the grilled vegetables on a tray or large platter and drizzle the dressing over the top, or brush it on evenly. Add a little salt to taste. Sprinkle with fresh herbs and serve.