What to Cook on Your Big Green Egg for Easter

Easter is the perfect occasion to fire up your Big Green Egg and create a memorable meal for family and friends. The versatility of this kamado-style grill allows you to prepare everything from appetizers to the main course and sides, all with a rich smoky flavour. Below are a few recipe ideas to inspire your Easter feast.

1. Breakfast Fatty

Start your Easter morning with this hearty, all-in-one breakfast dish. It combines eggs, veggies, sausage, and bacon for a delicious and satisfying start to the day.

Ingredients:

• 1 package of bacon
• 1 package of breakfast sausage
• 5 large eggs
• 1 cup shredded cheese (3-cheese blend works well)
• ½ white onion, chopped
• ½ green bell pepper, chopped
• BBQ rub
• Salt & pepper

Instructions:

1. Preheat your Big Green Egg to 275°F (135°C) for indirect cooking using a convEGGtor.
2. Sauté onions and bell peppers on a griddle. Scramble the eggs and mix in the sautéed veggies. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Create a bacon weave on parchment paper. Spread an even layer of sausage over the weave.
4. Add scrambled eggs and shredded cheese on top of the sausage layer. Sprinkle BBQ rub.
5. Roll tightly into a log, ensuring the ends are sealed.
6. Smoke on the Big Green Egg until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C), about 1½ hours.
7. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing into thick rounds.

2. Glazed Smoked Ham

A glazed ham is a classic Easter centerpiece that pairs beautifully with both breakfast and lunch.

Ingredients:

• 10–12 lb ham
• 20 oz canned pineapple slices
• 1 jar maraschino cherries
• 2 boxes brown sugar

Instructions:

1. Set up your Big Green Egg for indirect cooking at 350°F (175°C). Line a baking pan with foil.
2. Rinse the ham with cold water and pat dry.
3. Mix pineapple juice with brown sugar to create a glaze.
4. Arrange pineapple slices on the ham, placing cherries in the center of each slice, and pour glaze over the ham.
5. Cover loosely with foil and cook for 3–4 hours, basting every 30 minutes.
6. Let rest for 30 minutes before slicing.

3. Leg of Lamb with Thyme and Rosemary

For those seeking something more elegant, this leg of lamb is tender, flavourful, and perfect for Easter dinner.

Ingredients:

• 1 boneless leg of lamb (1.8–2 kg)
• Sea salt
• Herb mixture:
  • Garlic (5 bulbs), finely chopped
  • Rosemary (8 sprigs), chopped
  • Thyme (15 sprigs), chopped
  • Optional: chili peppers for spice

Instructions:

1. Heat your Big Green Egg to 300°F (150°C) for indirect cooking.
2. Rub the lamb with sea salt and herb mixture, stuffing some into the cavity where the bone was removed.
3. Place a drip pan under the lamb to catch juices while cooking.
4. Cook until the internal temperature reaches 130°F (54°C) for medium rare (about 90 minutes).
5. Rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

4. Candied Sweet Potatoes

A sweet side dish that complements both ham and lamb perfectly.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs sweet potatoes
• 1½ cups brown sugar
• ¼ cup orange juice
• 1 cup light corn syrup
• Orange slices
• Butter cubes

Instructions:

1. Preheat your Big Green Egg to 400°F (204°C).
2. Grill sweet potatoes until fork-tender, then peel and slice into rounds.
3. Layer sweet potatoes in a baking dish with brown sugar, orange juice, corn syrup, butter cubes, and orange slices.
4. Bake on the grill for about an hour until caramelized.

5. Smoked Deviled Eggs

Add a smoky twist to this classic appetizer.

Ingredients:

• Hard-boiled eggs (6)
• Mayonnaise (3 tbsp)
• Cheddar cheese (1 tbsp)
• Stone-ground mustard (1 tsp)
• Bacon bits & chives for garnish

Instructions:

1. Smoke peeled hard-boiled eggs at 200°F (93°C) for about 20 minutes.
2. Slice eggs in half and remove yolks.
3. Mix yolks with mayonnaise, cheese, mustard, salt, and pepper; pipe back into egg whites.
4. Garnish with bacon bits and chives.

These recipes showcase just how versatile your Big Green Egg can be during Easter celebrations. Whether you’re hosting brunch or dinner, these dishes are sure to impress your guests while adding that signature smoky flavor only a kamado grill can provide.

What do you like to cook for Easter? Let me know in the comments. Still have not cleaned up your Egg after a long winter? Here are some tips to spring clean your Big Green Egg.