Summer BBQ’s in Australia

There is nothing quite like a summer BBQ in Australia. Cold drinks, good friends and excellent food all help create a relaxed atmosphere that everyone enjoys. Of course, those with an outdoor kitchen can enjoy it just a little bit more. That’s because they get to pick the food everyone will be eating.

Cooking can be a whole lot of fun, but doing it at a BBQ adds a little more pressure. Friends, family and maybe even the boss will be eating the food, so that means it has to be perfect. One undercooked burger or one item that tastes off can spoil the entire get together. With that in mind, here are a few items that are suitable for outdoor kitchens and guaranteed to be popular with guests.

BBQ Shrimp

These are simple, easy to cook and something everyone loves. BBQ shrimps are a staple at just about every summer cookout and for good reason. These tasty buggers are beloved and not having them at a BBQ is akin to summer blasphemy. Some people try to spice these up with special seasonings, but simply putting them on a skewer and grilling them won’t disappoint either. Those looking to show off their culinary prowess can incorporate the shrimp into different dishes such as a salad to leave guests impressed.

Chops

Not to be confused with shots, which everyone may also be taking at the BBQ, chops are another simple but delicious item to cook up at a BBQ. Most people go with traditional favourites such as lamb chops or pork chops, but it’s okay to get a bit exotic and throw on a few goat chops for guests to try. Just be sure not to flip these too much or else they will lose their juices and flavour.

Kebabs

A BBQ without kebabs is like summer without the sun. It’s important to have these on hand just to appease those traditionalists who couldn’t fathom a barbie without kebabs on it. It is okay to get a little creative with these though. The classic meat, capsicum, onion versions are nice, but it’s okay to add some different veggies on their for something a little different. Just don’t go mixing up the meats on an individual kebab skewer. These have different cooking times. For example, chicken and beef don’t cook at the same rate so putting both on one skewer would ensure one is not cooked properly.

Veggies

More and more vegetarians are popping up these days and it’s impossible to know if one will show up at a BBQ. It is always best to be prepared by grilling up veggies just in case. Putting corn on the barbie will be popular with vegetarians and meat eaters alike while having a few veg-only kebabs can also be a way to make those vegetarians on hand happy.

It’s easy to get excited about summer with all this talk of BBQ’s. Of course, without the right equipment, it’s impossible to host a summer cookout. Want to be in charge of cooking this year? Outdoor kitchens from BBQ Bazaar come in a wide range of sizes and can be installed at just about any home.

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