BBQ Grilled Prawns with Garlic, Lemon & Chilli
BBQ Grilled Prawns with Garlic, Lemon & Chilli are a delightful addition to your summer gatherings. This quick and easy recipe showcases the vibrant flavors of fresh garlic, zesty lemon, and a touch of heat from chili peppers, all harmoniously enhancing succulent prawns. Perfect for outdoor BBQs or casual dinners, these grilled prawns are sure to impress your guests in just 30 minutes. Serve them alongside crusty bread or fresh salad for a complete meal that celebrates the joys of summer dining.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (8 large prawns) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
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- ⅓ cup olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 2 cloves garlic
- 8 large prawns (cleaned with shells on)
- 1–2 chilies
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Fresh lemon wedges and crusty bread for serving
Instructions
- Prepare your BBQ by lighting firelighters and adding charcoal.
- In a pan, heat olive oil, grate in garlic, and finely slice chilies. Cook for 2 minutes.
- Add lemon juice and zest, cooking gently until garlic is fragrant.
- Marinate cleaned prawns in half the sauce for at least 15 minutes.
- Ensure coals are white hot before grilling prawns for about 45 seconds per side.
- Remove from grill and drizzle remaining sauce over prawns.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges and crusty bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 grilled prawns (80g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 150mg