Best 6 Delicious Grilled Prawns Recipes

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**Grilled prawns are a delicious and versatile seafood dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer or main course. They are quick and easy to prepare, making them a great option for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. This article provides three mouthwatering grilled prawn recipes that cater to different taste preferences:**

* **Classic Grilled Prawns:** This recipe offers a timeless preparation of grilled prawns with a simple yet flavorful marinade of olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and herbs. The prawns are grilled to perfection, resulting in a succulent and juicy texture.

* **Spicy Grilled Prawns:** For those who enjoy a bit of heat, this recipe incorporates a zesty marinade made with chili powder, cumin, paprika, and cayenne pepper. The prawns are grilled until slightly charred, delivering a smoky and spicy flavor that is sure to tantalize the taste buds.

* **Grilled Prawns with Lemon Butter Sauce:** This recipe takes grilled prawns to the next level with a rich and creamy lemon butter sauce. The prawns are grilled until cooked through and then tossed in a luscious sauce made with melted butter, lemon juice, garlic, and fresh herbs. The resulting dish is an elegant and flavorful combination of grilled seafood and a decadent sauce.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GARLIC GRILLED SHRIMP



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Garlic Grilled Shrimp is the perfect summer staple on the grill! Especially on skewers! Just a soak in this tangy marinade and serve with garlic butter.

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Main Course

Time 34m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined)
4 cloves garlic (minced)
⅓ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
1 tablespoon fresh basil (chopped)
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon tomato paste
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 clove garlic (minced)
¼ cup butter (melted)
1 teaspoon parsley (chopped)
lemon wedges for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine all marinade ingredients in a bowl and whisk. Allow shrimp to marinate at least 20 minutes.
  • Preheat grill to medium heat.
  • Thread shrimp on skewers and grill 2-3 minutes per side. Remove from skewers and place in a serving bowl.
  • Drizzle with garlic butter and serve warm with lemon wedges if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 12 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 158 mg, Sodium 653 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

THEE BEST GRILLED SHRIMP



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The BEST Grilled Shrimp is the perfect weeknight meal because it is super quick, full of flavor, and so easy to make! Everyone will absolutely love and devour it!!

Provided by Alyssa Rivers

Categories     Appetizer     Dinner     Main Course     Side Dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound jumbo shrimp (peeled and deveined)
salt and pepper
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
3 garlic cloves minced
1 Tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 Tablespoon lemon juice
2 Tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon dijon mustard
1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Salt and pepper the shrimp. In a medium sized bowl combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, Italian seasoning, lemon juice, soy sauce, Dijon Mustard and Worcestershire sauce. Add the shrimp and let marinate for at least one hour or overnight.
  • Preheat grill to medium high heat. Thread the shrimp on the skewers. Place on the grill. Grill on each side for about two minutes or until cooked through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372 kcal, Carbohydrate 3 g, Protein 24 g, Fat 29 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 286 mg, Sodium 1442 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

GRILLED GARLIC BUTTER PRAWNS



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Juicy prawns (shrimp) cooked on the grill then coated in a spicy garlic lemon butter sauce. Served with rice or crusty bread, this is a showstopper meal.

Provided by Alida Ryder

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1.5 kg (3lbs) shrimp (deveined but shell and head on)
2 tbsp cajun spice
1 tbsp lemon pepper
2 tsp salt
3 tbsp olive oil
250 g (2 sticks) butter
10 garlic cloves (crushed )
3-4 tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 tsp cajun spice
1 tsp chilli flakes
½ cup cream ((heavy or whipping) )

Steps:

  • If your prawns haven't been deveined, use a sharp pair of kitchen scissors and make a long incision down the length of the back then remove the vein.
  • Place the prawns in a large bowl. Pour over the oil and season with the cajun spice, lemon pepper and salt. Mix well to ensure all the prawns are evenly coated.
  • To make the sauce, melt the butter in a large pot (the pot needs to be big enough to toss all the prawns in once they are cooked) and add the garlic, lemon juice and spices.
  • Allow to cook for a minute until fragrant then pour in the cream. Bring to a simmer and allow to cook for 5 minutes then remove from the heat.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning accordingly. The sauce needs to be a little too lemony and very well seasoned. Once the prawns are added, the sauce will mellow a bit.
  • Preheat the grill for 10-15 minutes. I prefer using an outdoor grill/braai/barbecue as the smoke adds incredible flavor to the shrimp once cooked but you can use a griddle pan too.
  • Add the prawns and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until they are coral/orange in color. As the prawns cook, add them to the pot with the sauce.
  • Once all the prawns have been added, toss to coat the prawns in the sauce.
  • Serve over rice or with crusty bread and extra lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 399 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 28 g, Fat 25 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 245 mg, Sodium 1662 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SPICY GRILLED SHRIMP



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So fast and easy to prepare, these shrimp are destined to be the hit of any barbeque. And, weather not permitting, they work great under the broiler, too.

Provided by SUBEAST

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Shrimp

Time 21m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large clove garlic
1 teaspoon coarse salt
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined
8 wedges lemon, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat grill for medium heat.
  • In a small bowl, crush the garlic with the salt. Mix in cayenne pepper and paprika, and then stir in olive oil and lemon juice to form a paste. In a large bowl, toss shrimp with garlic paste until evenly coated.
  • Lightly oil grill grate. Cook shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until opaque. Transfer to a serving dish, garnish with lemon wedges, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163.6 calories, Carbohydrate 2.7 g, Cholesterol 230.4 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 25.1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 585.7 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

BARBECUE PRAWN



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Make and share this Barbecue Prawn recipe from Food.com.

Provided by roja khan

Categories     Pakistani

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb king prawns
1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic
1 teaspoon grated gingerroot
3 finely chopped green chili peppers
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon red chili powder
salt

Steps:

  • Clean and devein prawns. Add turmeric powder, salt, mix and set aside.
  • Grind together green chilies, garlic, ginger, and red chili powder. Add the prawns from Step 1, mix thoroughly and set aside for 30 minutes.
  • 3Barbeque in a charcoal fired grill or oven. Preheat the oven to 350 deg. Put prawns in skewers. Keep the skewers on the separator in the oven. Place a tray below the separator. Bake at 350 deg for 10 to 15 minutes. Serve hot.

DELICIOUS GRILLED PRAWNS



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Prawns grilled in buttery chili sauce. This is divine. Do try and marinate for several hours it really brings out the flavour although I have made it immediately it is still delicious. Originally taken out of the Indian delights. Because of its high butter content we always have it on special occasions.

Provided by muffin207

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 5h30m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 kg prawns (try to use queen or big ones always better for grilling)
125 g butter (no substitutes)
10 ml freshly crushed garlic
1 tablespoon tomato paste
5 ml red chili pepper flakes (use more if you like it hotter the original recipe has 10ml)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
salt
25 ml mayonnaise
25 ml chili sauce
15 ml lemon juice

Steps:

  • Wash and devein prawns but retain the shell. Retaining the shell makes it more tasty. Dry prawns well.
  • Melt butter and add the garlic to to it; mix well.
  • Add rest of the ingredients to butter mixture except prawns.
  • Marinate the prawns in HALF of this marinade for several hours. 2-4hrs is sufficient. (I sometimes add all the sauce if I want it saucy).
  • Place prawns in oven tray and grill till done on 180°C tossing them at intervals.
  • Heat the rest of the marinade until thickens into a sauce pour some of the sauce over the grilling prawns and use the rest as a dipping sauce for prawns. Serve hot. Serve with savoury rice and a salad. You can also substitute prawns with shrimp.

Tips:

  • Select Fresh Prawns: Choose prawns that are firm and have a slightly translucent appearance. Avoid prawns that are discolored or have an unpleasant odor.
  • Proper Cleaning: Before cooking, clean the prawns thoroughly. Remove the head, shell, and devein the prawns to ensure a better taste and texture.
  • Marination: Marinate the prawns in a mixture of olive oil, garlic, herbs, and spices for at least 30 minutes. This step enhances the flavor of the prawns and prevents them from drying out during grilling.
  • Skewers or Foil Packets: You can grill prawns on skewers or in foil packets. Skewers allow for even cooking and easy turning, while foil packets help retain moisture and create a flavorful sauce.
  • Grilling Temperature: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat before grilling the prawns. This ensures that the prawns cook quickly and evenly without overcooking.
  • Grilling Time: Grill the prawns for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are opaque and slightly charred. Overcooking can make the prawns tough and rubbery.
  • Garnish and Serve: Once grilled, garnish the prawns with fresh herbs, lemon wedges, or a drizzle of olive oil. Serve immediately with your favorite sides.

Conclusion:

Grilled prawns are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or part of a seafood platter. By following the tips and techniques outlined in this article, you can create perfectly grilled prawns that are succulent, flavorful, and sure to impress your family and friends. Experiment with different marinades and grilling methods to find the combination that best suits your taste preferences. So fire up your grill and enjoy the delightful experience of grilled prawns!

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