What better way to start your day than with a breakfast feast prepared outdoors? As the morning sun casts its golden glow and the birds serenade you with their dawn chorus, picture yourself manning the grill, crafting the ultimate breakfast. With a sumptuous spread that includes garlic-buttered grilled mushrooms, crispy streaky bacon, and perfect sunny-side-up eggs, you’ll be setting a high bar for the most important meal of the day. Add some blistered cherry tomatoes and a couple of slices of toasted sourdough, and you’ve got a culinary symphony that’s music to anyone’s taste buds. Trust us, this isn’t just a meal; it’s an experience—a perfect blend of flavors and atmosphere that’ll make any morning feel like a special occasion.

Ultimate Barbecue Breakfast

Prep Time12 min
Cook Time10 min
Total Time22 min

Cuisine
- Australian
- Mediterranean
Cooking Method
- Barbecue
- Gas BBQ

Deliciously garlic buttered grilled mushrooms, crispy streaky bacon, perfect sunny-side eggs, blistered cherry tomatoes and toasted sourdough- this is the ultimate breakfast on the barbecue.

Ingredients

Main

40 grams butter
1 garlic clove
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
2 portobello mushrooms
250 grams vine ripened cherry tomatoes
Olive oil
Sea salt
Freshly ground black pepper
4 rashers streaky bacon
4 eggs
Slices of bread (e.g. sourdough)

Optional Extras

Butter
Avocado
Soft Goats Cheese

Method

Prepare the barbecue for direct cooking over medium heat (200-230°C) with a Q Ware Frying Pan or Hotplate.

While the barbecue is preheating, make the butter for the mushrooms. In a small bowl, mix together the butter, garlic and parsley. If needed, trim the stem of the mushrooms, so they sit flat, cup-side down. Using a basting brush, brush the mushrooms with olive oil and season. Drizzle olive oil over the cherry tomatoes and season.

Once the barbecue has preheated, add the cherry tomatoes and mushrooms (cup-side down, this is important) to the cooking grill. Add the bacon to the pan or hotplate. Cook over direct medium heat for 4 minutes or until the cherry tomatoes, mushrooms and bacon are golden, flip all ingredients. Spoon the butter into the cups of the mushrooms. Cook for a further 4 minutes or until cooked to your liking.

When there is approximately 2 minutes left of the cooking time, add the eggs to the pan or hotplate (see note), using the bacon fat as the cooking oil. Add your bread to the cooking grill and toast for 1 to 2 minutes on each side. Keep the lid of the barbecue closed as much as possible for the eggs to evenly cook.

Remove all items from the barbecue and serve immediately

As you prepare to create the ultimate grilled breakfast, there are a few key tips that can make your culinary adventure a resounding success. Whether you’re a seasoned grill master or a newcomer to the joys of outdoor cooking, these five essential guidelines will help you navigate the grill with ease, bringing out the best in each delicious ingredient. Read on to find your pathway to breakfast perfection!

Preparation is Key: Before you even light the grill, have all your ingredients measured, chopped, and ready to go. It will make the cooking process smoother and more enjoyable. Pre-crack your eggs into small bowls for easy maneuvering and have your seasonings within arm’s reach.
Maintain Grill Temperature: Consistency is crucial when cooking multiple items. Make sure your grill is preheated to the desired temperature, usually around 200-230°C for this breakfast, so everything cooks evenly. Use a grill thermometer if your unit doesn’t have one built-in.
Order of Cooking: Think about the cooking times for each component. Start with the items that take the longest to cook and add the quicker-cooking items later. For example, mushrooms and cherry tomatoes can go on the grill first, followed by bacon, and then finally the eggs and toast.
Use the Lid: Keep the lid closed as much as possible to lock in heat and ensure even cooking. This is especially crucial for items like eggs, which benefit from the circulating hot air to cook the tops while the bottom is crisping up.
Presentation Matters: Food always tastes better when it looks good. Use a large platter to arrange your grilled breakfast components in an appealing manner. Lay out the bacon strips next to a mound of grilled mushrooms, place the eggs strategically, and add the blistered tomatoes for a pop of colour. A sprig of parsley or some sliced avocados can add an extra flourish.

Ultimate Barbecue Breakfast