Appetizers

Starting with an amazing marinade and smoked with oak pellets, this beef jerky stimulates the taste buds with a chewy, crunchy and flavorful finish! Great for snacks and lunches!

Wood-fired pizza is the best pizza! And Memphis does wood-fire cooking better than anyone else! Watch Big Swede BBQ create this tasty Prosciutto and Arugula Pizza on the Memphis Pro ITC 3.0 pellet grill.

These yummy appetizers are easy and foolproof. Guaranteed to be eaten first at your party! After removing seeds and grilling, the jalapenos are not as spicy. However, add some OPTIONAL INGREDIENTS from the list below and you might want to have a cool beverage nearby.

Celebrate with the savory flavors of Mexico with Big Swede's Roasted Tomatillo and Chipotle Salsa made on their Memphis Wood Fire Grill. This one is great for game day gatherings, picnics, or poker night!

Looking for a great appetizer with a mild smoke flavor to serve guests during the big game, or something a little extra special to serve your family, the team at Big Swede BBQ has you covered. They've prepared Smoked Teriyaki Chicken Wings with Sesame Dressing recipe on..

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Here's a simple new take on the jalapeno poppers; they're filled with duck breast and wrapped in bacon. They will replace your love for deep fried appetizers forever. You might be tempted to make just a few per person, but triple that amount or you'll have a mutiny..

Asparagus kissed with the taste of smoked cedar, fresh lemon, and draped in creamy Manchego cheese. This dish makes for its own happy appetizer or as a quick side to any fish grilling. A great way to brighten up any grilled dish is to adding grated lemon. We keep a whole lemon..

This soup delivers elegance, comfort, and taste in one bowl. The convection action of the Memphis Wood Pellet Grill is perfect for roasting cauliflower. Make sure to turn your cauliflower a few times as it roasts to ensure a golden brown surface on all sides. It is the browning..

While many believe it is an acquired taste, here’s a great way to introduce eggplant into your family’s diet. The pungent flavor of garlic along with a slight touch of lemon makes this smoked eggplant dip hard to resist. Serve with pita chips as an appetizer or alongside..

These Brussels sprouts are delicious, totally simple to make and full of flavor. Can’t beat that combo! The tasty green orbs go from grill to table with next to no fussing and take less than 5 minutes to prep. You can either grill them threaded on skewers or bake them in a..

This recipe is a great choice for party planners. The chicken strips can be coated in sauce, wrapped in bacon and held in the fridge until you are ready to bake them on the Memphis. Serve them hot off the grill with your favorite BBQ Sauce on the side.

If you're looking for a quick and easy recipe for a vegetable side dish, look no further. These grilled asparagus bundles make an elegant accompaniment to a variety of entrées. Pair them with roast chicken or beef roast, or serve them at a luncheon with cheese soufflé..

Hot off the grill, these easy meatball appetizers are a crowd pleaser. Do all the prep ahead of time, and then pop them on the Memphis before your guests arrive!

If authentic Greek cuisine is something you are hankering for, the Memphis Pellet Grill can take a few simple ingredients and make it happen without the extra cost of airfare. Spanakopita is a Greek savory pie that uses filo pastry and a spinach filling, generously complimented..