A lower-calorie way to make BBQ Prawns
BBQ Prawns — with lemon myrtle, corn and crisp slaw
Shell-on prawns barbecue quickly with lemon myrtle and measured oil beside corn and slaw, about 420 calories per serving.
Dry the main ingredient thoroughly, cook wet and firm components separately, and use high heat only after the interior texture is under control. The finished bbq prawns has clear browning and distinct textures with no greasy or watery layer.
What changes—and what stays
From with garlic butter and chips often 600–800 kcal to 420 calories
Use a dry spice rub and oil brush instead of garlic butter. Prawn char, lemon myrtle, garlic, lime and chilli provide bright Australian barbecue flavour.
| Part | Conventional | Lighter | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core method | More added fat or a heavier proportion | Use a dry spice rub and oil brush instead of garlic butter | Prawn char, lemon myrtle, garlic, lime and chilli provide bright Australian barbecue flavour. |
How the flavor stays
Prawn char, lemon myrtle, garlic, lime and chilli provide bright Australian barbecue flavour.
A cost rule that survives inflation
Corn and cabbage make 1.2 kilograms of prawns feed six generously.
Ingredients for 6
Measure first; timing is part of how this recipe uses less fat.
- 1.2 kglarge shell-on prawns
- 6corn cobs
- 800 gcabbage and carrot
- 300 gplain yogurt
- 18 gcanola oil
- 4limes
- 25 ggarlic
- 10 glemon myrtle and chilli
Method
Each step includes heat, a visible cue, and a recovery.
Step 1 · follow the visible cue
Split clean and dry prawns
Remove veins, keep shells for flavour and dry completely.
Look for: Prawns are clean with matte shells.
Step 2 · follow the visible cue
Season with a dry rub
Coat with lemon myrtle, chilli, garlic and a thin oil film.
Look for: Spice clings without dripping marinade.
Step 3 · follow the visible cue
Barbecue in one layer
Grill over fierce heat and turn once as shells colour.
Look for: Shells are spotted and flesh just opaque.
Step 4 · follow the visible cue
Rest and serve with fresh sides
Finish with lime and divide with corn and yogurt slaw.
Look for: Prawns stay juicy with no butter pool.
Calories at the same serving size
189 kcal · 31% lower estimated
The estimate uses the listed ingredients divided into 6 servings. Brand labels, trimming, and the amount left in the pan can change the result.
Keep the leftovers in the same spirit
Cool BBQ Prawns within two hours and refrigerate sealed for up to three days. Reheat only what is needed.
Cool BBQ Prawns within two hours and refrigerate sealed for up to three days. Reheat only what is needed.
Frequently asked questions
Can BBQ Prawns be prepared a day ahead?
Yes. Keep crisp, fresh and starchy components separate until serving. Cool BBQ Prawns within two hours and refrigerate sealed for up to three days. Reheat only what is needed.
What does the calorie figure for BBQ Prawns include?
It covers one stated serving from the listed quantities only; extra sides are not included. Use a dry spice rub and oil brush instead of garlic butter.
- large shell-on prawns1.2 kg
- corn cobs6
- cabbage and carrot800 g
- plain yogurt300 g
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Published and last reviewed: August 25, 2026
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