BBQ Grilled Prawns with Garlic, Lemon & Chilli
BBQ Grilled Prawns with Garlic, Lemon & Chilli is a vibrant seafood dish that will elevate any meal. Bursting with flavor and ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe combines the zesty brightness of lemon, the kick of chili, and the aromatic richness of garlic. Perfect as a main course or appetizer, these grilled prawns are ideal for summer barbecues or cozy dinners at home. With only a handful of ingredients and straightforward preparation steps, you’ll impress your guests while enjoying a healthy and satisfying dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- ⅓ cup olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1–2 chillies
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 8 large prawns (shell on, deveined)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare your BBQ by lighting firelighters and topping with charcoal until they are white hot.
- In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add grated garlic and sliced chillies; sauté for about 2 minutes.
- Stir in lemon juice and zest; cook gently until garlic is fragrant.
- Massage half the marinade into the prawns under their shells.
- Once coals are ready, place prawns on the grill; cook for about 45 seconds per side until they turn pink and charred.
- Remove from heat and pour remaining marinade over the prawns.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges and crusty bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 large prawns (approximately 70g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 80mg