
From King of the Grill to sip'n'chill, let's make the most of the great Aussie backyard!

There’s nothing quite like firing up a new BBQ for the first time. You’ve got shiny new griddles and hotplates just waiting to show you what they can do. Now all you need are a few reliable recipes to put your new backyard buddy through its paces.
From mouthwatering meats to succulent seafood and easy vegetarian options, these tried-and-tested recipes will have everyone hovering around the barbie and crowning you King of the Grill.
Preheat your BBQ for around 15 minutes so the cooking surface is evenly hot and ready to sear properly
Use a quality meat thermometer to check doneness and avoid overcooking or undercooking
Lightly oil the grill plates before cooking to reduce sticking and help create those classic char marks
Keep long-handled tongs nearby so you can turn food safely without getting too close to the heat
Create two heat zones: a hotter side for quick-cooking foods and a lower heat area for larger or slower-cooking cuts
Have a small spray bottle of water within reach to quickly manage flare-ups and prevent burning
Alright, let's cook!

Time: 40 mins
Level: Moderate
What’s an Aussie BBQ without prawns? These saltimbocca-style skewers bring together salty prosciutto, fragrant sage and sweet prawns for a crowd-pleasing starter that cooks in minutes.
Ingredients
12 large green prawns
6 slices prosciutto
12 large sage leaves
Method
Peel the prawns, leaving the heads and tails intact. Devein and rinse under cold water.
Slice each prosciutto piece lengthways into two.
Lay the prosciutto strips flat, place a prawn on each, top with a sage leaf, then wrap tightly.
Refrigerate until ready to cook.
Lightly oil the BBQ plate and heat to low–medium.
Cook prawns for about 3 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
To serve: Add a squeeze of grilled lemon for a fresh finish.

Time: 100 mins (plus optional marinating)
Level: Easy
A butterflied chicken is perfect for the BBQ, cooking faster and more evenly while soaking up plenty of flavour. This sticky, sweet and savoury glaze delivers a rich, satisfying result.
Ingredients
1 whole free-range chicken
¼ cup kecap manis
¼ cup sweet chilli sauce
3 tbsp honey
3 tbsp grated ginger
2 garlic cloves
½ cup sesame seeds
Method
Butterfly the chicken by removing the backbone and flattening it. Tuck the wing tips underneath.
Blend remaining ingredients into a paste and coat the chicken well.
Marinate overnight if time allows, or cook straight away.
Preheat BBQ to medium heat. Place chicken skin-side down and cook with the hood closed for 30 minutes.
Flip and cook for another 20–30 minutes until golden and cooked through.
For extra crispness, finish on higher heat for a few minutes.
The chicken is ready when it reaches an internal temperature of 75°C at the thickest part, or when juices run clear.
Tip: Any leftover marinade should be brought to a boil before serving as a sauce.

Time: 22 mins
Level: Easy
If you’re after something hearty and quick, these beef skewers more than deliver. Tender rump with a punchy chimichurri is a reliable option that works just as well for midweek dinners as it does for entertaining guests.
Ingredients
2 kg beef rump cap
2 tsp peri peri sauce
Juice of 1 orange
Sour cream, to serve
Chimichurri
½ cup olive oil
2 tbsp red wine vinegar
¾ cup parsley, finely chopped
2 sprigs oregano, chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 small red chillies, finely chopped
Method
Preheat BBQ to medium-high.
Cut beef into 5 cm chunks.
Toss in peri peri sauce and orange juice.
Thread onto skewers and cook for 2 minutes each side until charred.
Reduce heat, close the lid and cook for a further 4-5 minutes to your liking.
Rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Mix chimichurri ingredients together and serve alongside, with a dollop of sour cream.

Time: 25 mins
Level: Easy
Not everything on the BBQ needs to be about the meat! These haloumi and zucchini skewers are quick, vibrant and full of flavour, making them ideal for starters, sides or sharing.
Ingredients
500 g haloumi, cut into chunks
3 zucchini, thinly sliced
Dressing
½ cup parsley, finely chopped
½ cup coriander, finely chopped
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tbsp red wine vinegar
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
3 tbsp olive oil
Juice of 1 lemon
Method
Soak 8 bamboo skewers in water for 20 minutes.
Combine dressing ingredients and marinate haloumi in half.
Preheat BBQ to high. Thread haloumi and zucchini onto skewers.
Lightly oil, season, and grill for 3-4 minutes, turning until lightly charred.
Serve with the remaining dressing spooned over and extra lemon wedges on the side.
Recipes kindly provided by BeefEater
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