
🔥 BBQ World Tour: Australia – Outback Feeling & Grill Culture Down Under 🇦🇺
In Australia, theBarbie (Australian slang for BBQ) simply for life! Whether on the beach, in the outback, or in the backyard – **grilled meat, fish & seafood** take center stage here. The barbecue isn't just a cooking method, but a **social tradition** that Australians cultivate with passion. Today we're taking you into the world of Australian BBQ! 🔥
🔥 Australian BBQ – Casual, fresh & full of flavor
Australians prefer to grill **directly over an open flame** and rely on **fresh, natural ingredients** that perfectly enhance the flavor of the meat or fish.
- ✅ Grilled barramundi – Australia's favorite fish with lemon & herbs
- ✅ Lamb chops with rosemary & garlic – A classic from the Outback
- ✅ BBQ Prawns – King prawns with garlic butter & lime
🔥 3 original recipes for Australian BBQ
1. Grilled Barramundi – With Lemon & Herbs
Ingredients for 4 people:
- 1 whole barramundi (approx. 1–1.5 kg) or 4 fillets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh coriander
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme
- 1 lemon, sliced
Preparation:
- Wash the fish and pat dry.
- Rub with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic, lemon zest & herbs.
- Prepare the grill for medium heat.
- Grill the barramundi directly over the embers (approx. 4 minutes per side for fillets, 10 minutes for the whole fish).
- Serve with fresh lemon slices.
2. Lamb chops with rosemary & garlic
Ingredients for 4 people:
- 8 lamb chops
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika powder
- 1 tbsp chopped rosemary
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Preparation:
- Marinate the lamb chops with olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, paprika and rosemary.
- Let it sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes (or overnight).
- Preheat the grill to high heat.
- Grill the chops for about 3 minutes per side until they get a nice crust.
- Drizzle with lemon juice and serve hot.
3. BBQ Prawns – King prawns with garlic butter
Ingredients for 4 people:
- 500 g large shrimp (preferably with head and shell)
- 3 tbsp butter, melted
- 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp chili flakes
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley
Preparation:
- Marinate shrimp with butter, garlic, salt, chili flakes and lemon juice.
- Prepare the grill for high heat.
- Grill shrimp for about 2 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Sprinkle with parsley and serve.
🔥 Conclusion: BBQ the Australian way
- ✅ Relaxed & sociable: Barbecuing as a social highlight.
- ✅ Fresh ingredients: Focus on fish, seafood & lamb.
- ✅ Simple & natural: Few spices, lots of flavor!
🔥 Fancy a real Australian BBQ? Then get to the grill! 🔥