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2022 Holiday Grilling Gift Guide
Giving the Gift of Grilling
Know someone in your life who loves grilling and deserves more than the old beat-up hunk of metal they’ve been using for far too long? Give them the gift of Coyote Outdoor grilling this holiday season. From portable grills to an outdoor kitchen island setup, we have everything a grilling veteran or amateur enthusiast needs to up their grill game.
Check out our favorite 2022 Grilling Gift Ideas below!
Gifting a Grill
Gas Grill
Gas girls are the most popular types of grills – and how could they not be? They offer more control of the temperature, plus their stainless steel grates make cleanup time a breeze. Coyote Outdoor Living has both C-series and S-series grills to suit grillers of all types.
C-Series
Measuring 28”, Coyote’s C1C28 model is the ideal appliance for small spaces, urban living, and unparalleled convenience and portability. It comes standard with interior lighting so your griller can enjoy cooking sun up or sundown. The C2C36 model measures 36” and gives grillers coveted grilling space and four high-performance “Coyote” cast stainless steel Infinity Burners™. The 36” also boasts interior lighting.
Give the Gift of a C-Series Grill
S-Series
Giving a gift from our S-Series Line is like gifting luxury. This grill series, available in sizes 30”, 36” or 42”, offers the Coyote cast stainless steel Infinity Burners™, ceramic briquette heat control grids (perfect for maintaining precise temperature), a rotisserie with an infrared burner, smoker box, and RapidSear™ burners to help lock in natural juices and nutrients. Interior lighting and LED knobs offer a great assist in nighttime cooking.
Give the Gift of an S-Series Grill
Pellet Grill
Pellet grills are one of the hottest grilling trends of the 2020 decade. It has the look, versatility, and superior functionality of a luxury indoor appliance but can be used like your indoor oven. Coyote Outdoor’s Pellet Grills come in sizes 28” and 36” and hold a state-of-the-art digital touch screen, three food temperature probes, and a range of even heat settings. This is high-end outdoor grilling at its finest.
Other highlights? A smart drop pellet system that can be used with any flavored wood pellet and an easy-to-lift spring-assisted hood.
Give the Gift of a Pellet Grill
Grill with a Smoker
Your Grill Master likely already has a good grill they love to use. But no true grill lover will say no to an additional product that yields different cooking results. The Asado Grill comes standard with Coyote Signature Smoking Grate™ for perfect diffusion. Smoke, sear, and grill on the product that Chef Jonathan Collins calls a “True Chef’s Tool.”
Give the Gift of an Asado Grill
Portable Grill
For the griller on the go, the Coyote Outdoor Portable Grill offers 200 square inches of stainless steel cooking area. It comes suited with the signature grate cooking surface and ceramic heat control grid. With temperatures rising to 700°F, the Portable Grill takes everything that grillers love about our standalone grills and makes them travelable. It can be used with either a 20lb propane tank or a small propane canister.
Give the Gift of a Portable Grill
Gifting a Grill Set
If you’re planning on doing it big this holiday season, then there’s nothing quite like gifting an entire outdoor grill set up.
Grill with an Island
Coyote Outdoor Living in partnership with RTA Outdoor Living have a wide variety of kitchen island set ups to suit your Grill Master’s every want and need. From 5’ Islands to 8’ Islands, you can choose how to properly deck out your grilling area.
Grill with Storage
If you’re planning to have a grill island, it might as well be extremely functional. The 6’ Premium Island up to our 8’ Premium Island offer a lot of space to add extra storage. The RTA Outdoor Living storage bar island boasts extended drawers with large storage space and a cabinet door where you can keep paper towels, grilling accessories, or extra plates and silverware for outdoor gatherings.
Design Your Dream Outdoor Grill Set with Our Design Tool
Gifting Grill Accessories
Other great gifts for your grill lover are grill accessories! Below are some of our favorites that can be used with almost any Coyote Grill.
Pizza Stone
The Asado Pizza Stone is an essential accessory for evenly cooking crispy pizzas, flatbreads, and other outdoor culinary delights.
Rotisseries
Make any grill a rotisserie grill! Give the gift of rotisserie rod brackets and a rotisserie kit for any size grill.
Covers
You’ll want to cover the grill up when you’re not using it to protect its stainless steel coat from the weather. We have heavy duty, water-resistant covers of all sizes to keep the grill nice and clean on its days off.
Griddle
A griddle is great for vegetables, seafood, breakfast, and anything else you can think of! The Drop In Griddle Accessory can be used with any C-series grill models. It also comes with a removable greatest trap for easy cleaning.
Pellets
For the griller that already has everything they could ever want, a supply of charcoal or specialty pellets for their pellet grill is a much-welcomed gift. Pellets are an exceptional gift to give because they come in a variety of flavors. We suggest an apple or hickory flavored pellet, or give the gift of both!
3 Chef-Inspired Holiday Recipes to Elevate Your Dinner Party
Ideas for Holiday Dinner
Our friend, Chef Jonathan Collins, is the king of the grill! He is the best at grilling for any occasion – and we mean ANY. His approachable cooking style resonates with many, and his recipes are all about passionate, healthy, and simple cooking. In this article, you’ll find three out-of-this-world recipes created by Chef Jonathan Collins that will infuse your holiday dinner with flavor, as well as tips on how to get smoky, grilled goodness in your dishes with a pellet grill.
Holiday grilling is an underrated family tradition!
The following dishes call for a stovetop and oven but can easily become grilling recipes with the Coyote Pellet Grill. Pellet Grills are extremely versatile and work similarly to a convection oven. Whether you use the grill top as a stovetop, or to bake, roast, or sear – you’ll have minimal cleanup and dishes with a depth of flavor that’ll blow your holiday guests away.
Holiday Baking Recipe: Black Pepper and Sea Salt Dinner Rolls*
This dinner roll recipe is sure to be the talk of the party! Just make sure no one eats too many before dinner is served, or they might be too full – and we don’t want that. Then, they wouldn’t get to experience the entire chef-inspired menu. *tears*
*You can produce these dinner rolls in a similar way on the Pellet Grill by using a saucepan on the grill’s surface and by treating the grill as a convection oven. A good rule of thumb is to reduce an average oven’s temperature by 25 degrees if you use a convection oven (or a Pellet Grill serving as a convection oven). In this instance, you would heat the grill to 325 degrees.
YIELDS 8-16
INGREDIENTS:
- Unbleached All-Purpose Flour 770g
- Whole Milk 375ml
- Large Eggs – lightly beaten 3pc
- Unsalted Butter – cubed (plus more for brushing) 125g
- Fresh Thyme – leaves stripped 3pc
- White Granular Sugar 100g
- Active Dry Yeast 8g
- Warm Spring Water 125ml
- Fine Sea Salt 10g
TECHNIQUE:
- Gently heat milk in a small saucepan, remove from heat, add butter and sugar, cool
- In a separate bowl, add yeast to warm water, stir to dissolve, and let stand until foam develops
- In a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook, combine milk mixture, yeast mixture, eggs, salt, and 1/2 the flour
- Mix until smooth; add remaining flour, a little at a time, and continue to mix until smooth
- Place the dough onto a lightly floured surface, and knead for 5 minutes
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place for 60 minutes or until doubled in size
- Turn out dough on a lightly floured surface, punch down dough, divide evenly and form into uniform balls
- Divide into 8 portions for large rolls, 16 portions for smaller rolls
- Arrange in a lightly seasoned pan, cover, and let rise for 30 minutes or until doubled in size
- Brush dough with melted butter, season with salt and pepper, and top with thyme
- Position the rack in the center of the oven, and preheat to 350°F (175°C)
- Bake 18-20 minutes or until rolls are golden brown, remove from oven
RECIPE FROM THE KITCHEN OF CHEF JONATHAN COLLINS
Holiday Appetizer Recipe: Pan-Roasted Heirloom Carrots*
Hear us out…carrots as an appetizer ARE wholly underrated. These Pan-Roasted Heirloom Carrots are delightfully tender and caramelized. Heirloom carrots are fresh and in season in December, perfect for peak flavor. They deserve to stand on their own instead of as a complement to the main protein. We celebrate #CarrotAppreciation here! These heirloom carrots are an ideal grilled side dish all year round.
*You can produce a similar result on the Pellet Grill by treating the grill’s top as a stovetop.
YIELDS 8
INGREDIENTS:
- Heirloom Carrots – peeled 1.5 kg
- Fresh Thyme – leaves stripped 3 pc
- Lemon Zest 1 pc
- Fresh Rosemary 3 pc
- Clover Honey (optional) 1 tbsp
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1 tbsp
- Unsalted Butter 1 tbsp
- Flaked Sea Salt to taste
- Fresh Ground Black Pepper to taste
TECHNIQUE:
- Slice carrots on 45° angle, rolling ¼ turn after each slice, uniform thickness for even cooking
- Heat olive oil and butter in a cast iron or heavy bottom sauté pan over medium-high heat
- Add carrots, thyme, and rosemary to the pan, and season with salt and pepper
- Roast until carrots are tender, caramelized, and golden brown; check the seasoning, and remove rosemary
- Drizzle with honey to finish
Holiday Roast Recipe: Garlic Studded Prime Rib Roast*
Now, to the main event…a juicy, savory, flavorful Garlic Studded Prime Rib Roast recipe. This isn’t your average rib roast, Aunt Shirl. This is a masterpiece! For this prime rib roast, sear on the Pellet Grill on high heat before roasting for a crispy exterior crust. Delicious!
Grilled entrees provide a depth of flavor that an oven can’t produce. That’s why we recommend taking this prime rib roast recipe to the next level by producing a similar result on the Pellet Grill by treating the grill as a convection oven. A good rule of thumb is to reduce an average oven’s temperature by 25 degrees if you use a convection oven (or a Pellet Grill serving as a convection oven). In this instance, you would heat the grill to 325 degrees.
YIELDS 8
INGREDIENTS:
- Prime Rib Roast Bone-In (2 guests/bone) – trimmed (manchonner if desired). 8lbs
- Carrots – peeled and medium dice 1 cup
- Celery Heart – peeled and medium dice 1 cup
- Yellow Onion – peeled and medium dice 1 cup
- Leek Whites – rinsed, peeled and medium slice 1 cup
- Roma Tomatoes – peeled and medium dice 2 cups
- Shallots – trimmed, peeled and sliced in half lengthways 8 pc
- Garlic Bulb – cloves peeled and sliced in quarters 2 pc
- Fresh Thyme – leaves stripped 5 pc
- Caraway Seed – lightly toasted 3 tbsp
- Fennel Seed – lightly toasted 3 tbsp
- Red Wine 500ml
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil 3 tbsp
- Unsalted Butter 3 tbsp
- Unsalted Butter – chilled 1 tbsp
- Flaked Sea Salt. to taste
- Fresh Ground Black Pepper to taste
TECHNIQUE – PRIME RIB ROAST:
- Remove the rib roast from refrigerator 1 hour before preparation, bringing it close to room temperature
- Position the rack in the lower half of the oven, and preheat to 350°F (180°C)
- Heat a heavy bottom pan over medium-high, toast caraway and fennel seed until golden brown and fragrant
- Pat the rib roast dry with paper towels
- Using a boning knife, make incisions into the roast deep enough to press a garlic clove below the surface
- Space the incisions evenly so that when carving, each slice has several cloves revealed
- Massage the spice mixture into the roast, drizzle with olive oil, add thyme leaves, and season with salt and pepper
- Heat olive oil and butter in a cast iron or heavy bottom casserole pan over medium-high heat
- Gently roll the rib roast, presentation side first, into the roasting pan, turning to brown on each side; remove and set aside
- Add carrots, celery, onion, and leek to the pan sauté until golden brown, add tomatoes, and deglaze with red wine
- Place the rib roast fat side up and rib bones down in a roasting pan
- Estimate 25-30 minutes/kg for rare | 30-35 minutes/kg for medium rare
- Insert a probe thermometer into the thickest part of the roast, not touching a bone
- Roast until the probe thermometer reads 115°-120°F for rare or 125°-130°F for medium rare
- The roast will continue to cook when removed from the oven, increasing the internal temperature
- Cover rib roast with foil and rest for 20-30 minutes before carving
TECHNIQUE – PAN GRAVY:
- Heat roasting pan over medium-high heat, deglaze with red wine, use a fine mesh sieve strain the stock
- Reduce liquid in a medium saucepan until desired consistency, remove excess fat, and add juices collected during resting
- Add chilled butter, swirl to finish, check the seasoning, take off heat, and cover until ready to serve
All three of these holiday recipes are from the personal kitchen of Chef Jonathan Collins.
Chef Jonathan Collins loves to share his life as a Chef by stripping away complexity and teaching you how to cook amazing food with confidence. His enthusiastic, approachable cooking style resonates with viewers on BT Toronto, Cityline, CTV Ottawa Morning Live, Today’s Shopping Choice, and CBC’s The Goods and Steven and Chris. He has produced several of his own series, including Hungry for Family, Cuisinart Culinary School, The Kitchen Life and The Outdoors Chef. Since graduating Le Cordon Bleu, Jonathan has developed a signature style by blending North American, European and Asian influences with a French foundation and distinct Canadian identity, emphasizing fresh, local, seasonal ingredients.
Ideas for Hosting a Friendsgiving Get-Together
Coming Together for a Friendsgiving Meal
We love the Thanksgiving season; as grill makers, how could we not? We believe grill season is celebrated all year long, and the holidays are an awesome opportunity to bring people together over delicious grilled and smoked meals. These holidays include Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s Day, and Friendsgiving!
While Thanksgiving is about family, Friendsgiving is about sharing a meal with your chosen fam. It’s also a chance to switch up your traditional Thanksgiving recipes and opt for a twist on classics like swapping out roasted vegetables and grilled ones and smoking your bird on the pellet grill.
Here are some great ideas for your next Friendsgiving get-together that can be made on any Coyote Outdoor Living grill product!
Friendsgiving Food Ideas
Pellet Grill Smoked Turkey
Slow-cooked turkey that’s juicy, tender, and roasted to perfection is precisely how a Friendsgiving meal should be done! To get this result, you should cook your turkey over low heat on a pellet grill. This cooking method infuses the flavor of the pellet with the bird and leaves everyone wanting more. Check out this easy guide to smoking a grilled turkey on the pellet grill from The Online Grill.
Looking for a gas-grilled turkey recipe? Check here.
Smashed Potatoes
What pairs well with a flavorful turkey? Flavorful, crispy smashed potatoes. This recipe from Serious Eats will be flying off the table at your Friendsgiving meal.
Grilled Caesar Salad
There’s something about a charred romaine heart that just elevates a salad. Our Grilled Caesar Salad recipe incorporates grilled romaine with crispy fried capers and packs a powerful tangy punch.
Cast Iron Apple Crisp
You’ve already made everything else on the grill; why stop at dessert? We’ve made this grilled skillet apple crisp recipe from Food Network countless times and can vouch that it tastes like grandma’s apple pie. Serve it with some pumpkin ice cream, a scoop of vanilla, and a heavy drizzle of caramel syrup.
What Are Options Instead of Turkey?
If you’re not a turkey fan, you don’t need to eat it twice in one month. Friendsgiving is all about making your own traditions, even if that means skipping the bird entirely and going for seafood or red meat.
Here are some recipes that are sure to shake up your Friendsgiving feast!
Tri-Tip Steak
Tri-Tip, or a California cut, is cooked like steak but slices like your favorite juicy brisket, and is prepared in less time, too! It just needs 45-90 minutes to reach a perfect internal temperature of 125ºF–130ºF/51ºC–54ºC. We’ve shared this California Style Grilled Tri-Tip recipe before, and we’ll share it again because it’s THAT good. It will go perfectly with your Friendsgiving side dishes.
Grilled Salmon Foil Packs
Grilled salmon always tastes good with potatoes and roasted vegetables. Add some citrus (lemon and/or orange) and sprigs of dill with olive oil, garlic, and a thick-cut salmon to aluminum foil and grill for about 18 minutes. Delicious, tender Citrusy Salmon every time.
Rotisserie Chicken
We are advocates of a good rotisserie chicken for any occasion. This Grilled Rotisserie Chicken from AllRecipes is simple but gets it right every single time.
Tacos
Who doesn’t love tacos? Instead of turkey, mashed potatoes, and stuffing, host a Friendsgiving fiesta! Here are a few ideas for a grilled taco spread.
Spending Time with Friends and Loved Ones for Friendsgiving
We believe that togetherness begins over food around the table. Whatever you choose to make, we hope your Friendsgiving leaves you feeling full – both in your belly and your heart. Happy Friendsgiving from your friends here at Coyote Outdoor Living!
Easy, Delicious Grilling Recipes for Your Next Tailgate
Bring Out the Portable Grill for Tailgating Fun
Tailgating is a tradition among sports fans and eventgoers, bringing people together in a parking lot over refreshments, fun games, good music, and yummy treats. Most tailgaters get premade dips or bring crockpot recipes, but everyone flocks to the car that brings their portable grill along for the ride. From grilled savory appetizers to burgers, we’ve compiled a list of some of the most mouthwatering tailgating food ideas you can whip up at any party.
Essentials for Tailgate Grilling
Check stadium or venue policies before bringing your grill to the tailgate! Many stadiums have banned charcoal grills; however, portable propane grills (like the Coyote portable grill) are usually permitted.
Make sure you have enough propane before heading to the lot and ensure your tank is secured safely, so it is not bouncing around in your car.
Don’t forget to bring your cups, plates, silverware, napkins, and, of course, your grill accessories (spatula, fork, tongs, brush) so that you are well-prepared to grill and eat!
Tailgate Grilling Ideas for Your Portable Propane Grill
APPETIZERS
Grilled Guacamole
Dips are already any party’s staple, but grilled dips are the way to go when tailgating! The best kind of grilled dip is the one that requires no other appliances outside of the grill.
Love making guacamole?
Try grilling your avocados before adding them to a bowl with chopped red onions, a can of diced tomatoes with green chiles, fresh cilantro, two tablespoons of lime juice, two teaspoons of ground cumin, and a pinch (or two) of salt.
Grilled Queso
You’ll also love this recipe for Grilled Queso, made entirely in one sheet pan on the grill. Serve both with your favorite scoop-y tortilla chips.View this post on InstagramGrilled Honey Sriracha Chicken Wings
Nothing compares to the delicious combination of smoky flame flavor and sweet and spicy sriracha; that’s why these Grilled Honey Sriracha Chicken Wings from Realhouse Mom’s are always a tailgate fan favorite. Don’t forget to bring your ranch or bleu cheese dips and some carrot and celery sticks to make this a genuine “game-day” experience!
GRILLED VEGGIES & SKEWERS
Color-coded skewers are a festive way to show off your team spirit. For example, a Green Bay Packer fan may opt for chicken, zucchini, and yellow squash kebabs, and you can’t forget some grilling cheese like Juustoleitä (“bread cheese” according to Wisconsinites).
Check out this recipe for grilled chicken and veggies skewers from the Dinner at the Zoo blog.
Check out this recipe from Olivia’s Cuisine for a grilled cheese skewer (literally) on the grill.
BBQ RIBS
Even though ribs take longer to cook on a grill than your typical tailgate recipe, they are a commitment worth waiting for and make any tailgate party much more exciting!
ROTISSERIE CHICKEN
It’s no secret that rotisserie chicken is an event favorite because it’s as versatile as it is delicious. You can use the juicy, tender chicken pieces for dips, sandwiches, salads, or even by themselves. And there’s nothing better than when the chicken is fresh off the spit. If we had you drooling in the first half of that paragraph just to crush your spirits in the second half, then you’ll be pleased to know that it’s entirely possible to make a rotisserie chicken at your tailgate on your Coyote portable gas grill!
All you need is a 3lb chicken, some butter, your favorite seasoning, and one of our rotisserie kits.
Pair it with coleslaw and bbq sauce, and make sliders. Throw it into your grilled queso, or enjoy it with your fingers!
BURGERS AND HOT DOGS
Although it’s an obvious choice, burgers and hot dogs are a fan favorite that can enhance any tailgate experience. Here are some great tailgate recipes that are a spin on two stadium staples!
Ryan Shazier’s Gametime Burger
The king of the tailgate and Former Pro Bowl linebacker for the Pittsburgh Steelers, Ryan Shazier, shared his flavorful Gametime Burger, sure to kick a tailgate tradition up a few notches.View this post on InstagramMarinated Garlic and Chili Hot Dogs
As for hot dogs, try marinating a pack of all beef franks in chili sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, salt, and pepper the night before your tailgate party.
What will you make at your next tailgate party?