“The trick here is to grill the mortadella quickly, whether over charcoal or in a frypan, so it gets slightly crisp, caramelised edges with a warm, soft centre. Pine syrup is a sweet and herbaceous Italian condiment typically served with cheese, but it also works beautifully with this classic Italian deli meat.”
40 skewer recipes for a quality summer barbecue
Skewers are an easy and impressive way to feed a crowd. Stick to the classics with our easy chicken, lamb, prawn and beef skewers, or spice things up with kofte and cevapi. For best results, always marinate first. Whether you prefer the fresh, herb-filled flavours of chermoula, the warm spice of harissa and tandoori, or the sweetness of honey soy, we’ve got the lot. All that’s left to do is fire up the barbie.
Gochujang minute steak skewers with charred broccolini and lime
These fast skewers are KBBQ on a stick.
Spiced chicken and eggplant skewers
Take your summer barbecue on a trip to India with these spiced skewers.
Fish kebabs with Caspian olive and walnut sauce
"You can use any firm-fleshed, chunky white fish for these kebabs, but my first choice would be Murray cod. It’s been an iconic Australian fish for a long time, but only in recent years has the farmed variety given it a more regular spot at the table. Its fat content and structure hold up particularly well on the barbecue, and its sustainability credentials are championed by its new farmers. I’ve paired it here with an olive and walnut sauce, which has its origins in the mountainous region of northern Iran on the southern coast of the Caspian Sea." – Joseph Abboud
The quail that Anthony Bourdain ate
“One of the most memorable moments in our history is when Matt Preston brought in Anthony Bourdain to film No Reservations. We were asked to feed Anthony whatever we liked, and this was one of the dishes he ate. The highest form of compliment came when he ordered another plate of this – ‘more birdy’. He loved it! It’s a combination inspired by Iranian flavours: saffron and onion in the marinade and the Iranian verjuice dressing. I recommend lighting a charcoal barbecue for this one, but you can cook it over a gas barbecue, too.” Joseph Abboud. Begin this recipe at least 5 hours ahead.
Fresh ideas
Corn
This summer, pick Australian grown corn with grassy green husks for a fresh addition to your BBQ.
Chermoula rump cap skewers with pickled onion
Impress your guests with Matt Moran's mouth-watering chermoula rump cap skewers and delicious pickled onions. Serve alongside a fresh salad.
Harissa chicken skewers with couscous salad
This fresh couscous salad by Matt Moran, and the mouth-watering harissa chicken skewers will have your guests coming back for more.
Honey soy pork belly skewers
These honey soy pork belly skewers from Matt Moran are a must if you are celebrating this weekend. They are easy to whip up and even easier to eat.
Matt Moran's salmon skewers
These mouth-watering salmon skewers are perfect for celebrating with friends.
Tandoori chicken skewers with mint yoghurt
Celebrate the weekend with Anjum Anand's mouth-watering Tandoori chicken skewers with fresh mint yoghurt dressing.
Grilled cevapi skewers with pickles
Cevapi is a skinless sausage from the Balkans, and works perfectly here to create this quick and easy Lebanese feast.
Haloumi and peach skewers with yoghurt pita bread
“These skewers make the perfect snack for an afternoon in the sun with a spritz.” You will need 8 metal or wooden skewers.
Prawn laksa skewers
Prawns (not shrimp) on the barbie? Quite frankly, it'd be un-Australian to not make this recipe this summer.
Barbecued glazed beef skewers with iceberg slaw
Take your steak to the next level with these barbecued skewers.
Pumpkin nam jim skewers
These hearty vegetable skewers are bursting with flavour and can easily be made vegetarian friendly.