Description
Indulge in the succulent flavors of BBQ Grilled Prawns with Garlic and Lemon, a tantalizing dish that combines the smokiness of paprika, zing of lemon, and kick of chili powder to create a truly sensational seafood experience. Perfect for a backyard barbecue or a quick weeknight dinner, these prawns are a surefire crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
Prawns:
- 500 grams large prawns, peeled and deveined
Marinade:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes
Instructions
- Prepare Marinade: In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Add prawns and toss to coat evenly. Marinate for at least 20 minutes.
- Grill Prawns: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Thread prawns onto soaked skewers. Grill for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and slightly charred.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from grill, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve immediately with extra lemon wedges.
Notes
- Soaking wooden skewers prevents burning on the grill.
- Adjust chili powder to control spice level.
- Serve with grilled vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American, BBQ
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1 gram
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 12 grams
- Saturated Fat: 2 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 4 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 32 grams
- Cholesterol: 190 milligrams
