1-Getting started: with BBQ grilled prawns is easier than you might think, and we’re walking you through it step by step. First off, preheat and oil your BBQ grill grates until they’re very hot this helps get that perfect char without any sticking mishaps. For small shrimp, use two skewers per row to keep them from falling through, ensuring even cooking and less frustration.

2-Next: whip up the lemon garlic butter sauce by melting 90g of unsalted butter in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Add in 3 teaspoons of very finely chopped garlic and 1/4 teaspoon of salt, cooking until the garlic turns light golden brown, then remove from heat and stir in 1.5 tablespoons of lemon juice for that zingy finish.

3-Prepping and Grilling the Prawns: Pat your 500g of shrimp dry to ensure they get nice and crispy. Just before grilling, toss them with 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 1 tablespoon lemon juice (if you’re grilling), 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Place the shrimp quickly on the hot grill and cook for 2 minutes per side until they’re golden and crusty, then remove them immediately to keep them tender.

4-Finally: drizzle the prawns with your prepared lemon garlic butter sauce and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of finely chopped parsley. Serve right away with grilled lemon halves and some crusty bread to soak up the extra sauce it’s a game-changer for the full experience. This method totals about 4 minutes on the BBQ, so keep an eye on them to avoid overcooking. For more dessert ideas to follow up, try our Oreo Cookie Balls for a sweet ending.