Description
Succulent BBQ Prawns with Smoky Marinade merge coastal flavors and bold spices into a mouthwatering seafood experience. Zesty marinade and perfectly charred prawns promise a delightful culinary journey you will savor with every delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 500 grams (17.6 ounces) large prawns, peeled and deveined
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- Salt to taste
Marinade and Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, black pepper, and lemon juice in a mixing container to craft a robust marinade.
- Immerse prawns in the marinade, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated. Refrigerate for 30-45 minutes to allow flavors to penetrate.
- Heat BBQ grill or cast-iron skillet to medium-high temperature, aiming for 400-450°F.
- Thread marinated prawns onto metal skewers or place directly on preheated grill grates, maintaining consistent spacing.
- Grill prawns for approximately 2-3 minutes per side, watching for translucent flesh turning opaque and developing delicate char marks.
- Remove from heat when prawns display a vibrant orange-pink color and slight caramelization around edges.
- Transfer grilled prawns to serving platter, garnish with freshly chopped parsley and accompany with zesty lemon wedges for optional citrus enhancement.
Notes
- Marinate the prawns for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to deeply penetrate and tenderize the seafood.
- Use fresh, large prawns for the best texture and to prevent overcooking, which can make them rubbery and tough.
- For a gluten-free version, swap soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos to maintain the umami flavor profile.
- Experiment with wooden or metal skewers, but if using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning during grilling.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 218
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 150mg