Introduction

Grilled buttered neeps with thyme are a traditional Scottish side dish, elevated by the Arteflame grill to bring out their natural sweetness. The combination of rich butter and fresh thyme creates a perfectly caramelized, savory-sweet flavor.

Ingredients

• 1 large rutabaga (neep), peeled and cut into ½-inch thick slices
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
• Salt, to taste
• Black pepper, to taste
• Vegetable oil (for lighting the grill)

Instructions

Step 1: Light the Arteflame grill

1. Pour some vegetable oil on three paper napkins.
2. Place the soaked napkins in the center of the grill.
3. Stack firewood over top of the napkins.
4. Light the paper and wait about 20 minutes until the grill reaches optimal cooking temperature.

Step 2: Prepare the neeps

1. Peel the large rutabaga and cut it into ½-inch thick slices.
2. In a bowl, toss the sliced neeps with melted butter, fresh thyme, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3: Grill the neeps

1. Place the neep slices on the hotter area of the flat cooktop, closer to the center grill grate.
2. Cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and caramelized.
3. Move the slices towards the cooler zones if they cook too quickly.
4. Continue grilling until the neeps are tender and fully caramelized.

Step 4: Serve

1. Remove from the grill and transfer to a serving dish.
2. Garnish with additional fresh thyme if desired.
3. Serve hot and enjoy.

Tips

• For extra flavor, brush on additional melted butter halfway through cooking.
• Use a spatula to check the caramelization before flipping.
• If grilling other foods, adjust neep placement to utilize the best heat zones.

Variations

1. Garlic Butter Neeps: Add minced garlic to the melted butter before tossing with the neeps.
2. Honey-Glazed Neeps: Drizzle with honey before grilling for a sweet caramelization.
3. Spicy Neeps: Sprinkle red pepper flakes for a fiery kick.
4. Lemon-Herb Neeps: Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice after grilling.
5. Cheesy Neeps: Sprinkle grated parmesan cheese over the neeps right before removing them from the grill.

Conclusion

Scottish grilled buttered neeps with thyme offer a simple yet rich depth of flavor. Caramelized to perfection on the Arteflame grill, this dish showcases the natural sweetness of neeps, infused with butter and thyme. A must-try for outdoor grilling.

Best pairings

• Grilled lamb chops
• Seared Scottish salmon
• Roasted garlic mashed potatoes
• Smoky grilled vegetables
• Red wine or a smoky Scotch whisky