Best for BBQ Burgers, buns & kebabs

BEST BURGER BUNS Sesame-topped milk burger buns £1.20 (330g), Sainsbury’s

The best all-rounder – not just for holding juicy burgers, but for making picnic baps too. These Japanese-milk-bread-inspired buns are super-soft and fluffy with an attractive sesame seed topping.

BEST BURGERS

The Best shorthorn burger £3 (340g), Morrisons

A unanimous winner, this thick, juicy burger made with British shorthorn has smoky barbecue notes and cooks to a perfect medium as long as you follow pack instructions.

BEST BARBECUE SAUCE

Sticky Kansas-style BBQ marinade and sauce £1.25 (280g), Morrisons

Treacle-like sweetness is balanced against vinegary acidity and a slight smokiness here. It’s thick enough to use in a burger, but would make a great marinade for pork ribs, too.

BEST VEGAN KEBAB

Indian-inspired veggiebabs £1.69 (320g), Aldi

These well-seasoned kebabs are packed with veg and chickpeas, and flavoured with mild curry-style spicing. Great served with salad, raita and chilli sauce.

BARBECUE-READY CHICKEN

Birchwood garlic & herb spatchcock chicken £3.49 (1.1kg), Lidl

A resounding winner that’s great for feeding families, this succulent spatchcocked chicken has perfectly crisp golden skin and a sticky herby coating.

BEST KEBAB (MEAT OR FISH)

British minted lamb kebabs £2.49 (320g), Aldi

These wellseasoned lamb kebabs have a good level of spice and a hint of mint. Ideal for the barbecue but just as good in the oven, they char well on the outside while remaining soft inside.

BEST VEGAN BURGERS

Plant Kitchen no beef burger £3.50 (320g), M&S

If you’re after a vegan burger that mimics meat, this is the best we tried – the patty is well-seasoned and has a good, firm texture that holds well when cooked.