Cold beer, football game on TV and the wife out of the house? That can only mean one thing – men’s night! Would you like to host the next men's group at your home, but have no idea what you could entertain the boys with? What's the best meal for a guys' night out? Here we have collected some delicious, yet simple recipes that are typically masculine and will surely satisfy every stomach.
The best recipe ideas for men's evenings
The ongoing European Championship is the best excuse to get the boys together and organize a men's evening. Of course, the food shouldn't be missing.Finger food is a great option, but admittedly, it can't always satisfy the big hunger. So consider a hearty, filling meal if you don't want to send the guys home hungry.
If you're fed up with delivered food and want to prepare the food for men's evening yourself, you'll find lots of ideas and recipes to try. Those who don't like cooking should opt for simple recipes or perhaps ask their wife for help with preparing food. As you choose the recipe, you should also adjust the quantities if necessary. So how many people come to the men's group? If necessary, increase the amount of ingredients so there is enough for everyone.
What should you prepare at home for the men's group? No two men are alike, but most share a love of hearty, wholesome meals. Burgers and pizza. Meals cooked over the fire. Meat that is prepared with beer and goes well with beer. So you can't go wrong with these ideas.
Food for men’s night – meat, meat, meat
The men's kitchen is characterized by the use of lots of meat. Be it steak, burgers, chicken wings, schnitzel or sausage – most guys can't cope without this main ingredient. Here you will find a few recipe suggestions in which meat plays the main role - ideal for the next men's evening.
Pulled Chicken BBQ Sandwiches from the Slow Cooker
Slow cooking gives this barbecue chickenim Slow Cookerits wonderful taste. Serve the pulled chicken on cornbread and garnish with pickled peppers and onions and simple coleslaw. The ingredients listed are enough for 6 people.
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 cut-up whole chicken
- 100 ml Cola soft drink
- 75 g Ketchup
- 40g light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 Esslöffel Bourbon Whiskey
- 1 lemon, sliced
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- Pickled peppers & onions
- Simple coleslaw
First, stir together the salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder in a small bowl and sprinkle over the chicken. Then place the chicken in a single layer in the lightly greased slow cooker (capacity at least 5 liters).
Whisk together the Cola and next 4 ingredients (ketchup, sugar, apple cider vinegar, and bourbon) in a small bowl. Slowly pour the mixture between the chicken pieces (to avoid the seasonings coming off the chicken). Then place the lemon slices in a single layer on top of the chicken. Cover and cook on high for 5 hours (or on low for 6 1/2 to 7 1/2 hours).
Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and let it cool slightly (about 10 to 15 minutes). Discard the lemon slices. Then skin, debone and chop the chicken. Skim the fat from the pan juices and pour over the chicken. Serve the chicken on sliced cornbread and garnish with pickled peppers and onions and simple coleslaw.
Tip: To make ahead, let the shredded chicken cool completely and freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
Simple meatballs with bacon and barbecue sauce
If you serve a meal like this for a guys' night, your friends will surely lick their fingers. Here are the necessary ingredients for 24 mini meatballs:
- 6 strips of bacon
- 1/2 yellow onion, chopped
- 500 g minced beef
- 50g breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 280 g Barbecue-Sauce
- 125ml water
- 3 Esslöffel Bourbon Whiskey
Add the bacon to the food processor and process for about 1 minute, or until finely chopped. Then add the onion and process until finely chopped and mixed in. Then spoon the bacon and onion mixture into a large bowl and add the ground beef, breadcrumbs, parsley, chili powder and salt. UStir until everything is well mixed. Roll the mixture into balls with your palms. You should get about 24 meatballs with a diameter of 2-3 cm.
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs to the pan and fry, turning every few minutes to make sure all sides are cooked evenly. Roast for about 8-10 minutes. Remove the mini meatballs and set aside. Remove the pan from the heat and pour off the excess fat. Then add the barbecue sauce, water and bourbon to the pan and return to heat. Stir to combine the sauce. Then add the meatballs and simmer in the sauce for at least 10 minutes. Finally sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley and you're done.
Food for men's night: Spicy chicken wings
Chicken wings are a great option for dining with men. They are prepared quickly and taste wonderful even without a side dish. Here's an idea on how to prepare the chicken wings with a spicy glaze. The ingredients listed provide 4 servings.
- 1 1/2 kg chicken wings, approx. 20-22 wings, rinsed and patted dry
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the glaze:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 100 ml honey
- 80-100 g Sriracha sauce (more or less to taste)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
In a large freezer bag or bowl, combine the chicken wings and garlic powder and season with salt and pepper.
To prepare the glaze: Heat all the ingredients together in a saucepan on the stove over medium heat and simmer until the sauce thickens slightly.
Preheat the oven to 200 degrees. Line a high-rimmed baking sheet with foil to make cleanup easier. Place an ovenproof baking rack on top and spray lightly with nonstick cooking spray.
Bake on the upper middle shelf for 40 minutes. Turn the wings over halfway through. Then brush the wings with half of the glaze and switch the oven to grill - grill for about 4-5 minutes or until they are crispy (watch closely so they don't burn). Turn the chicken wings over, brush with the remaining glaze and fry the other side until crispy. Complete!
Tip: The recipe also works wonderfully with chicken legs. However, be aware that you may need to adjust the cooking time slightly.
And as a side dish: crispy potato wedges with garlic and Parmesan
If you want a side dish with the meat, you simply can't go wrong with crispy potatoes. Here is a recipe on how to make the potato wedges really crispy, aromatic and delicious. These are the necessary ingredients for 4 servings:
- 3-4 large potatoes, cut into wedges
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons Italian spice blend
- 50 g grated Parmesan
- optional: fresh parsley (or coriander)
- optional: ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping
Preheat the oven to 180 degrees. Lightly grease a large baking tray and set aside. Place the potato wedges in a large bowl, drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat. In a small bowl, whisk together salt, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Sprinkle the potato wedges with the grated cheese and the spice mixture.
Place the potato wedges, skin side down, in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 25-35 minutes until the potatoes are cooked through and golden brown. Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley and serve with your favorite dressing.
Satisfying dishes for men's evenings
There are recipes that every man likes. This is usually hearty food that combines many aromas and flavors and looks very appetizing. Here are a few ideas for dishes for men's evening.
Greek style stuffed peppers
If you want to prepare the food for men's night yourself, recipes that the crowd will like are best. These stuffed peppers with rice and minced meat are such a recipe. The following ingredients are enough for 4 servings:
- 4 medium sized peppers (with the stems included)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 500 g minced beef
- 1 medium red onion, chopped
- 4-5 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 can (400 g) diced tomatoes, drained
- 200 cooked rice
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano, plus more for garnish
- Kosher salt
- Black pepper
- 100g feta cheese, crumbled
Halve the peppers through the stem. Remove and discard cores and membranes.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add beef and stir-fry until mostly browned, about 6 minutes. Add onion and garlic and stir-fry until beef is cooked through and onion is soft, about 4 minutes. Stir in the remaining ingredients except the cheese. Cook, undisturbed, for 1 minute, then remove from heat and allow to cool for 5 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 180 degrees. Divide the mixture evenly between the pepper halves (about 4-5 tablespoons per half). Arrange in a suitable baking dish and bake for 10 minutes. Then sprinkle the cheese over the pepper halves and bake for another 20 to 35 minutes until cooked through. Sprinkle with oregano.
Food for men's evening: A tray of dishes
Recipes thatprepared on a single trayand served, are also perfect as a meal for a men's evening. These can be served as a hearty main course or as a main coursesweet for dessertbe.
Of course, snacks should not be missing from the men's evening meal. In principle, many classic recipes can also be prepared as snacks such as tacos, burgers, pizza, etc. Here we give you a few more ideas about what you can prepare for the boys. These recipes are also suitable, for exampleperfect for a football evening, where the German national team plays.
Classic charcuterie board with meat specialties, cheese and antipasti
Crispy fried onion rings
The secret to crispy onion rings is to marinate the onions in buttermilk for a few hours before frying. The rings are then breaded and fried in hot oil.
Pulled bread with cheese and jalapeno
APulled bread is the ideal recipefor everyone who never sits down at the table without bread. The bread from the bakery is refined with aromatic herbs, melting cheese and other ingredients of your choice.
