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BBQ Grilled Prawns

Savory BBQ Grilled Prawns with Garlic and Zesty Lemon

Delight your guests with BBQ Grilled Prawns, enhanced with garlic, lemon, and spice for a sensational flavor experience.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 prawns
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 170

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 4 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil A high-quality olive oil enhances flavor.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced; remember to lightly toast to avoid bitterness.
  • 1 pinch Chilli Adds heat; omit for a milder dish.
  • 1 whole Lemon Both zest and juice brighten the dish.
For the Prawns
  • 500 grams Prawns Use the freshest prawns available.

Equipment

  • grill

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for BBQ Grilled Prawns
  1. Preheat your barbecue to a blazing hot temperature of around 280°C (hot coals).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, chopped chilli, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
  3. Add the fresh prawns to the bowl with your marinade. Toss gently to coat.
  4. Grill the prawns for about 2-4 minutes on each side until shells turn pinky-orange.
  5. Remove the prawns from the grill and serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 100gramsCalories: 170kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 30gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh prawns and watch the cooking time to avoid overcooking.

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