Description
This recipe for BBQ Grilled Prawns with Garlic and Lemon offers a vibrant, flavorful seafood dish featuring marinated large prawns grilled to perfection. Infused with garlic, smoked paprika, and fresh lemon juice, these prawns are juicy and tender with a slight smoky kick, perfect for a quick and impressive summer meal or appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Marinade
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Main Ingredient
- 1 pound large prawns, cleaned and deveined
For Garnish and Serving
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, combine the minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, olive oil, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir well to blend all the flavors thoroughly.
- Marinate the Prawns: Add the cleaned and deveined prawns to the marinade bowl. Toss them thoroughly ensuring each prawn is coated evenly. Let the prawns marinate for at least 30 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Preheat the Grill: While the prawns are marinating, preheat your grill to medium-high heat to get it ready for cooking.
- Prepare Skewers: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for about 15 minutes to prevent burning during grilling. Then thread the marinated prawns onto the skewers, leaving some space between each prawn for even cooking.
- Grill the Prawns: Place the prawn skewers on the preheated grill. Grill for 2-3 minutes per side, turning once, until the prawns turn pink and opaque.
- Check for Doneness: The prawns are fully cooked when they curl up and are firm to the touch. Avoid overcooking as it can result in tough prawns.
- Remove and Garnish: Carefully remove the shrimp skewers from the grill. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the prawns for a burst of color and freshness.
- Serve: Arrange the grilled prawns on a serving plate alongside lemon wedges for squeezing over. Serve immediately and enjoy the delicious, citrusy BBQ prawns.
Notes
- For best results, marinate the prawns for at least 30 minutes but no longer than 2 hours to prevent the acid in the lemon juice from breaking down the texture too much.
- Use fresh lemon juice for a brighter, fresher flavor compared to bottled lemon juice.
- If you prefer less heat, omit the red pepper flakes.
- Wooden skewers should always be soaked before grilling to avoid burning.
- These prawns pair excellently with a side of grilled vegetables or a light salad.
