We are independent & ad-supported. We may earn a commission for purchases made through our links.
Advertiser Disclosure
Our website is an independent, advertising-supported platform. We provide our content free of charge to our readers, and to keep it that way, we rely on revenue generated through advertisements and affiliate partnerships. This means that when you click on certain links on our site and make a purchase, we may earn a commission. Learn more.
How We Make Money
We sustain our operations through affiliate commissions and advertising. If you click on an affiliate link and make a purchase, we may receive a commission from the merchant at no additional cost to you. We also display advertisements on our website, which help generate revenue to support our work and keep our content free for readers. Our editorial team operates independently of our advertising and affiliate partnerships to ensure that our content remains unbiased and focused on providing you with the best information and recommendations based on thorough research and honest evaluations. To remain transparent, we’ve provided a list of our current affiliate partners here.
Culinary

Our Promise to you

Founded in 2002, our company has been a trusted resource for readers seeking informative and engaging content. Our dedication to quality remains unwavering—and will never change. We follow a strict editorial policy, ensuring that our content is authored by highly qualified professionals and edited by subject matter experts. This guarantees that everything we publish is objective, accurate, and trustworthy.

Over the years, we've refined our approach to cover a wide range of topics, providing readers with reliable and practical advice to enhance their knowledge and skills. That's why millions of readers turn to us each year. Join us in celebrating the joy of learning, guided by standards you can trust.

What Are the Best Tips for Making Grilled Peaches?

By David Bishop
Updated: May 17, 2024
Views: 4,743
References
Share

Peaches are a popular fruit that can be served raw or in various cooked forms. One such form is grilled, and grilled peaches often serve as a side dish or dessert during the outdoor cooking season. Those intending to grill peaches should look for freshly ripened fruits that have not been bruised during transport. The fruit should be cut into large slices or put in a grill basket before being placed over the heat source. During colder weather, some grilled peach recipes can be adapted for use with an indoor grill pan or broiler oven.

The first step to making grilled peaches is selecting the right fruit for the grill. Grocery stores and local farmer's markets provide good sources for fresh peaches, and some peach orchards will allow customers to pick their own fruit. One should avoid peaches with any green coloring on the skin and any fruit that appears to have been bruised. Buyers also should look for peaches that are still firm enough to hold together on the grilling surface.

Many cooks opt to prepare grilled peaches along with meats and vegetables as a side item or dessert. Before grilling, the peaches should be washed thoroughly and scrubbed to remove any lingering pesticides. The cook also may remove the skin from the peach, if desired, although the skin is edible and will help keep the fruit intact during cooking. Most recipes call for the peaches to be halved or quartered before going on the grill. Smaller pieces will usually need to be placed in a grill basket so the fruit doesn't slip between the grill's grates.

Peaches cook fairly quickly, usually in only three or four minutes per side, so many cooks grill them toward the end of a meal so each diner gets a fresh, hot peach. The cook may wish to give the grill a quick cleaning with a wire brush to help ensure good grill marks on the fruit, particularly if several other items have already been prepared on the cooking surface. Brushing some olive oil or other cooking oil on the grates can help keep the fruit from sticking and falling apart.

Many recipes call for sweeteners and other ingredients to help enhance the flavor of grilled peaches. Adding sugar or honey to the peaches will help sweeten the fruit and help it caramelize better on the grilling surface. Cooks may wish to include some extra sugar if their peaches are particularly tart. Once finished, grilled peaches can be served by themselves as a side dish with dinner or along with ice cream as dessert.

Share
WiseGeek is dedicated to providing accurate and trustworthy information. We carefully select reputable sources and employ a rigorous fact-checking process to maintain the highest standards. To learn more about our commitment to accuracy, read our editorial process.
Link to Sources

Editors' Picks

Discussion Comments
By RoyalSpyder — On May 04, 2014

@Viranty - I agree with you. Whenever my dad barbecued in the summer, he would always add more flavor to his meats by using all sorts of fruits. Honestly, at first I thought it was a bit unusual. Fruit just isn't meant to be grilled, ya know? After a while though, not only did I get used to it, but I also tried it out for myself. It works perfectly.

By Viranty — On May 03, 2014

Although I've never used peaches in grilling, I am quite familiar with the concept of grilling other fruits along with meat and vegetables. Grilling the two items by themselves is fine, but when you add the fruit to it, the flavor of the meat and vegetables really gets enhanced. Does anyone agree with me?

By Krunchyman — On May 02, 2014

Before reading this article, I didn't know that you could grill peaches. Now that you mention it, it could be a great side dish on a hot summer day, especially with some ice cream. The next time I go food shopping, I'll definitely be looking for some to grill.

Share
https://www.wisegeek.net/what-are-the-best-tips-for-making-grilled-peaches.htm
Copy this link
WiseGeek, in your inbox

Our latest articles, guides, and more, delivered daily.

WiseGeek, in your inbox

Our latest articles, guides, and more, delivered daily.