Recipes

Discover mouth-watering recipes from HALO.
Halo cooks birria tacos
Birria Tacos
Slow-braised beef in a chile consommé, tortillas dipped in red fat and crisped on hot rolled steel, melted cheese, and a dipping broth that makes every other taco feel underdressed. Read more...
halo cooks smoky bbq chicken and corn recipe
Smoky BBQ Chicken & Corn
Charred corn cut straight from the cob, smoky spiced chicken thighs with a BBQ glaze, and a chipotle butter finish that ties it all together. The fall cookout recipe worth... Read more...
smores dessert pizza from halo cooks recipe blog
S'mores Dessert Pizza
Nutella base, toasted marshmallows that caramelize in a 650°F oven, crushed graham crackers, and a drizzle of dark chocolate over a perfectly blistered crust. Campfire flavor in under 3 minutes. Read more...
easy fried rice recipe from HALO cooks blog
Flat Top Fried Rice
Combine all sauce ingredients in a small bowl. Mix until the sugar dissolves. Set aside within reach of the griddle, you'll need it once the rice goes on and there's... Read more...
halo cooks philly cheesteak recipe
Flat Top Philly Cheesesteak
Fold the caramelized onions into the beef on the griddle. If using peppers and mushrooms, fold those in too. Toss everything together for 30 seconds until combined and sizzling. Read more...
HALO Cooks fajita night recipe
Easy Fajita Night Recipe
Combine olive oil, lime juice, orange juice, grated garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, oregano, salt, pepper, and cilantro in a bowl. Whisk until combined. Divide between two containers; one... Read more...
Grilled Peach Dessert Pizza
Grilled Peach Dessert Pizza
Make the honey mascarpone base. Combine room temperature mascarpone, honey, vanilla extract, salt, and lemon zest. Mix until smooth and spreadable. Give it a taste test! It should be rich,... Read more...
Smash Burger Pizza
Smash Burger Pizza
Spread the special sauce across the surface in a generous even layer leaving the border clear. This is the base so it should be visible and present, not a thin... Read more...
BBQ Chicken Pizza Recipe
BBQ Chicken Pizza Recipe
Slide onto the rotating stone. Close the door. Bake for 90 seconds up to 5 minutes at 750°F. Watch for the crust to blister and spot and the cheese to... Read more...
Hot Honey Pepperoni Pizza
Hot Honey Pepperoni Pizza
Scatter torn mozzarella across the ricotta. Lay the pepperoni slices evenly across the top as the pieces will cup and crisp in the oven forming small pools of rendered fat... Read more...
Surf and turk shrimp and steak recipe
Surf n' Turf Shrimp and Steak
Heat your Elite Griddle across two zones, max heat on the left zone for the steak, high heat on the right zone for the shrimp. The steak needs max heat... Read more...
Lemon Garlic Shrimp Skewers recipe for the HALO group
Lemon Garlic Shrimp Skewers
Thread the marinated shrimp onto skewers, 4–5 shrimp per skewer depending on size. Thread through both the tail and the body of each shrimp in a slight S-curve so they... Read more...
Cajun Butter Shrimp
Cajun Butter Shrimp
While the shrimp marinate make the fresh herb oil. Combine olive oil, finely chopped parsley, mint, lemon juice, and flaky salt in a small bowl. Stir to combine. The herb... Read more...
New York Strip Steak with Peppercorn Crust
New York Strip Loin with Peppercorn Crust Recipe
Press the cracked pepper firmly into both sides of each steak. Use the heel of your hand and press hard, the pepper needs to be embedded into the surface of... Read more...
Smash Crust Sirloin Steak With Herb Butter
Smash Crust Sirloin Steak With Herb Butter
Place the steaks on the griddle and immediately press down firmly on each steak with a heavy spatula or burger press, hold the pressure for 15 seconds This is what... Read more...
Flat Top Rib Eye Steak with Garlic Butter
Flat Top Rib Eye Steak with Garlic Butter
Full contact with hot rolled steel. A garlic butter baste in the final minute. A crust that forms in the first 30 seconds and doesn't let go. This is the... Read more...
Honey Sriracha Chicken
Honey Sriracha Chicken
Sweet. Spicy. Sticky enough that the glaze pools on the griddle and gets scraped up and spooned back over the chicken before it hits the table. This is the honey... Read more...
Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs
Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs
Combine all marinade ingredients in a bowl or zip-lock bag. Add the chicken thighs and turn to coat completely. Marinate for a minimum of 30 minutes at room temperature, up... Read more...
Cajun Blackened Chicken
Cajun Blackened Chicken
A spice crust that chars hard against a screaming hot flat top. Juicy, smoky interior. A lemon butter finish spooned over right before it hits the table. This is the... Read more...
Breakfast neapolitan pizza recipe
Breakfast Pizza
Nobody expects pizza for breakfast. Nobody expects it to be the best thing they've eaten all week either. A blistered crust, runny eggs, crispy bacon, and a garlic cream base... Read more...
Hibachi recipe
Sizzling Hibachi at Home (Easy Step-by-Step Recipe)
Hibachi night doesn't require a restaurant. It requires a griddle, a Saturday evening, and this recipe. The sizzle. The garlic butter hitting a screaming hot flat top. The fried rice... Read more...
Lemon Garlic Salmon
Lemon Garlic Salmon
Crispy skin, flaky interior, and a lemon garlic butter baste that finishes the whole thing in 90 seconds. This is the salmon recipe that makes cooking fish on a flat... Read more...
White Pizza With Whipped Ricotta and Hot Honey
White Pizza With Whipped Ricotta and Hot Honey
Make the whipped ricotta first and let it sit for a few minutes before use. Add the ricotta, olive oil, lemon juice, grated garlic, salt, and white pepper to a... Read more...
steak tacos recipe
Steak and Tomatillo Verde Tacos
Here's this delicious street taco recipe made for an outdoor flat top griddle. Marinated carne asada, charred tortillas, fresh salsa, and everything that makes a taco worth talking about! Read more...
brunch easy recipe
Steak and Eggs Brunch
Cook an easy full breakfast for eight people on one outdoor griddle; seared flat iron steak, perfectly cooked eggs, crispy smashed potatoes, and everything hot at the same time. Read more...
Easy Homemade Pizza Sauce Recipe (5 - Minutes)
Easy Homemade Pizza Sauce Recipe (5 - Minutes)
Here's the only pizza sauce recipe you'll ever need. San Marzano tomatoes, salt, and your hands. No cooking, no complexity just 5 easy minutes before your tomatoes are doing exactly... Read more...
Ultimate Smash Burger
How to Make Perfect Smash Burgers at Home
There is a special joy in watching someone eat a smash burger for the first time and realizing that they have been doing burgers wrong their entire life. The crust... Read more...
How to Make a Proper Neapolitan Pizza at Home
How to Make a Proper Neapolitan Pizza at Home
Blistered edges. Cloud-like rim. That crackling sound when you pull it apart. A proper Neapolitan isn't that complicated, it just requires the right method and a stone that gets hot... Read more...
How to Smoke Ribs: The 3-2-1 Method Explained
How to Smoke Ribs: The 3-2-1 Method Explained
Learning how to smoke ribs properly changes everything about what ribs can be. Here's an easy 3-2-1 method explained completely from prep to the final bite. Read more...
wide-angle shot of a rack of smoked spare ribs coated in a thick, glossy raspberry-habanero glaze and garnished with fresh habanero slices
Raspberry Habanero Pork Ribs
Break away from traditional BBQ with this bold, fruit-forward recipe that balances the intense heat of habanero with a luscious berry finish. Read more...
Peaches & Cream Pancakes
Peaches & Cream Pancakes
Turn your griddle into a gourmet bistro with these pillowy stacks topped by flame-kissed fruit and a boozy, nutty glaze Read more...
A pile of wings grilled and tossed a rich maple bourbon glaze
Maple Bourbon Wings
Fire up the grill for crispy wings tossed in a rich, sticky glaze that perfectly balances woodland sweetness with a smooth whiskey finish.  Read more...
Grilled cheese hot dog featuring a cross-hatched jumbo beef frank tucked into a toasted garlic butter bun with melted cheese and herbs
Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese Dawgs
Forget the standard bun and upgrade your cookout with a buttery, herb-crusted exterior that shatters with every bite. Read more...
A large, whole smoked pork butt with a dark, crispy spice crust
Smoked Pork Butt
Master the art of the perfect barbecue staple with this foolproof method for achieving a deep, caramelized bark and tender, pull-apart meat. Read more...
tall stack of fluffy golden-brown pancakes on a white plate, topped with a melting pat of butter and drizzled with maple syrup
Savory Bacon Pancakes
Whip up a crowd-pleasing breakfast that fuses smoky, crispy bacon bits directly into light and airy flapjacks. It’s the ultimate sweet-and-salty stack, finished with a generous dollop of fresh, velvety... Read more...
Glazed pork belly burnt ends, showing the caramelized edges and tender meat texture
Easy Pork Belly Burnt Ends
Often called "meat candy," these decadent cubes melt in your mouth with a perfect balance of caramelized sugar and smoky rendered fat. This streamlined method ensures a sticky, glass-like glaze... Read more...
Chimichurri sauce featuring visible bits of chopped cilantro, parsley, and garlic
Chimichurri Sauce
This vibrant herb oil delivers a sharp, garlic-forward brightness that instantly transforms simple grilled dishes into a gourmet experience. It is the ultimate "secret weapon" for adding a punch of... Read more...
Baked portobello mushrooms overflowing with a chunky sausage and cream cheese filling
Stuffed Mushrooms
These savory, bite-sized delights combine earthy baby bellas with a rich, sausage-and cream cheese filling for the ultimate party starter. Read more...
Bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers stuffed with mac and cheese and drizzled with barbecue sauce
Mac N Cheese Jalapeno Poppers
These poppers are the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any cookout, offering a complex balance of tangy BBQ notes and savory, cheesy goodness. Read more...
Hand slicing a seasoned, roasted pork loin on a wooden cutting board
Pork Tenderloin
This recipe utilizes a unique carbonated marinade to break down the proteins, resulting in an incredibly juicy and melt-in-your-mouth texture. It’s the perfect low-and-slow dish for anyone looking to achieve... Read more...
A rustic baking dish of golden-brown, bubbly cheesy sliced potatoes
Potatoes Au Gratin
Transform basic pantry staples into a decadent, bubbling masterpiece that brings a touch of elegance to any weeknight meal. It's a foolproof way to achieve that perfect balance of tender... Read more...
Juicy grilled steak tacos topped with fresh cilantro, diced onions, and served on soft corn tortillas
Steak Tacos
Elevate your weeknight with high-heat flank steak and charred peppers in under 20 minutes. This griddle-fired recipe delivers tender, smoky strips of beef topped with salty cotija for a fast,... Read more...
Two large salmon fillets seasoned with a sweet and spicy rub of brown sugar and bourbon smoked chili powder, smoking on the black wire grates of a HALO pellet grill
Smoky Sweet Salmon
Ditch the typical baked fish for this "candy-coated" smoked salmon. A thick layer of brown sugar and bourbon-smoked chili powder creates a caramelized, sweet-heat crust that turns a standard fillet... Read more...
Golden-brown breakfast casserole sliced into two wedges, showing sausage, peppers, and cheese layers
Breakfast Casserole
This recipe delivers a flaky, golden-brown crust by firing a cream-cheese-infused sausage and pepper filling between layers of crescent dough.  Read more...
golden-brown French toast slices made from thick-cut sourdough bread
Sourdough French Toast
New IntroElevate your morning with this tangy, gourmet Sourdough French Toast. By soaking thick sourdough slices in a rich buttermilk custard and searing them on the griddle, you get a... Read more...
Grilled salmon steaks topped with a vibrant peach and raspberry glaze and chopped mint
Peach Raspberry Salmon Steaks
Forget boring baked fish. Topped with a sweet peach and raspberry glaze, it’s a fresh, fruit-forward meal that looks as good as it tastes. Read more...
Coffee-rubbed Steak, Egg, and Spinach Bagel featuring sliced steak seasoned with bourbon smoked coffee and chili powder rub
Coffee-rubbed Steak Egg Bagels
This isn't your average breakfast sandwich—it’s a wake-up call. We’re loading toasted everything bagels with juicy steak crusted in a bourbon-smoked coffee and chili rub! Read more...
golden-brown Breakfast Sausage Balls, featuring a savory blend of hot sausage, shredded cheddar cheese, onion powder, and parsley
Breakfast Sausage balls
Ditch the standard breakfast routine for these zesty, 8-minute bites. By pairing hot sausage with hand-shredded cheddar and baking them in a pizza oven, you get a golden-brown crunch and... Read more...
Gourmet Steak & Potato Kebites featuring cubes of tender medium-rare smoked steak topped with a slice of onion, mushroom, and a golden-brown seasoned potato slice
Steak & Potato Kebites
Get the best of both worlds with these steak and potato "kebites." Smoke tender NY Strip on the pellet grill and sear crispy veggies on the griddle for a bite-sized... Read more...
Three ears of Smoky Elote (Mexican Street Corn) prepared on a pellet grill, seasoned with chili powder and served on wooden sticks, coated in creamy mayo and crumbled Cotija cheese with fresh lime wedges on the side
Smoky Elote
Take your Mexican Street Corn to the next level by swapping the grill for the smoker. This simple recipe infuses fresh corn with a deep, smoky aroma before layering on... Read more...