8 Essential Grilling Recipes From Chef Stephanie Izard The 2011 F&W Best New Chef knows how to make best use of the grill, from skirt steak to cast-iron skillet cakes. By Emily Ziemski Emily Ziemski Emily Ziemski is a recipe developer, editor, and food writer with a focus on sustainability and wellness. Previously a senior food editor at Well+Good and food editor at Food52, she's best known for the creation of the Dirty Martini Salad Dressing (for which she apologizes). Food & Wine's Editorial Guidelines Published on May 23, 2026 SAVE ALL RECIPES NEW! Save as a collection on MyRecipes Close Credit: Food & Wine / Photo by Greg DuPree / Food Styling by Chelsea Zimmer / Prop Styling by Claire Spollen Fire up your outdoor grill — these recipes from Top Chef Season 4 winner and 2011 F&W Best New Chef Stephanie Izard should be in your rotation this season. Drawing inspiration from the menus at her beloved Girl & the Goat restaurants in Chicago and Los Angeles, these grill-ready dishes layer smoky char with punchy marinades, tangy sauces, and rich, savory finishes. From chile-coated chicken skewers and buttery grilled potato salad to a skillet cake baked over lingering coals, the collection highlights Izard’s signature balance of big flavor and playful technique. Whether you’re planning a casual backyard cookout or an all-day grilling session, these are the recipes worth returning to all summer long. Love these recipes? Join MyRecipes — your personal home for recipes — to easily save and organize your favorites, plus thousands more, in one convenient place. 01 of 08 Anticuchos de Pollo (Peruvian Chicken Skewers) Greg DuPree These Peruvian skewers are coated in a thick chile marinade that withstands the heat of the grill and clings to the chicken thighs, making for lots of caramelized, charred bits. Serve the skewers with Izard's Huacatay Dipping Sauce. Get the Recipe Save 02 of 08 Grilled Potato Salad with Mustard Seeds Food & Wine / Photo by Greg DuPree / Food Styling by Chelsea Zimmer / Prop Styling by Claire Spollen Don't skimp on the butter here; it's what gives the grilled potatoes their crunch and heft. A tangy, refreshing mustard seed vinaigrette coats it all — no mayo in sight. Get the Recipe Save 03 of 08 Open-Faced Cheese Toasts with Broccoli Rabe Relish John Kernick Sourdough bread is lightly charred on the grill and topped with sliced sharp cheddar and a tangy broccoli rabe relish. Pair the toasts with a funky, dry cider for a summery meal. Get the Recipe Save 04 of 08 Grilled Skirt Steak with Fruit and Green Tomato Salsa John Kernick Izard tops her grilled steak with a vibrant summer salsa made from sweet cherries and plums, while chopped green tomatoes add bright acidity and crisp texture. Get the Recipe Save 05 of 08 Skillet Graham Cake with Peaches and Blueberries John Kernick Stephanie Izard gives this grill-baked skillet cake rich flavor by folding graham crackers into both the batter and the buttery streusel topping. Get the Recipe Save 06 of 08 Charred Broccoli with Blue Cheese Dressing John Kernick An unexpected garnish of buttery, toasted Rice Krispies adds satisfying crunch to this dish of charred broccoli and tangy, creamy blue cheese. Get the Recipe Save 07 of 08 Kalbi Ribs and Grilled Corn with Kalbi Butter John Kernick Izard takes inspiration from Korean kalbi, or barbecue short ribs, for this meaty dish, which is served with buttery charred corn. Get the Recipe Save 08 of 08 Grilled Shrimp with Shrimp Butter John Kernick This simple shrimp recipe lets a rich butter flavored with onion and shrimp paste deliver most of the flavor. Spooned over the hot shrimp just before serving, it melts into a deeply savory finishing sauce. Get the Recipe Save Explore more: Food Cooking Techniques Grilling Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit