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Char-Grilled King Prawns with Lemon: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe


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  • Author: Camila
  • Total Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

– 1 pound king prawns, peeled and deveined
– 1/4 cup olive oil
– Juice of 2 lemons
– Zest of 1 lemon
– 3 garlic cloves, minced
– 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
– 1 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley for garnish
– Lemon wedges for serving


Instructions

Creating Char-Grilled King Prawns with Lemon is straightforward, and by following these steps, you’ll achieve a fantastic result:

1. Prepare Marinade: In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, smoked paprika, chili flakes, salt, and pepper.
2. Marinate Prawns: Add the king prawns to the marinade and toss well to coat. Allow them to marinate for at least 15 minutes.
3. Preheat Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high, ensuring it’s well-oiled to prevent sticking.
4. Skewer Prawns: Thread the prawns onto skewers, leaving a little space between each prawn for even cooking.
5. Grill Prawns: Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until they turn pink and opaque.
6. Serve Hot: Remove from the grill and transfer to a serving platter. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

These simple steps will guide you in preparing Char-Grilled King Prawns that are sure to delight everyone at your table.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 250 kcal
  • Fat: 15g
  • Protein: 25g