Description
These Char-Grilled King Prawns with Lemon are a delightful Mediterranean-inspired dish that is perfect for a quick and flavorful meal. Juicy prawns marinated in a zesty blend of olive oil, garlic, and lemon, then grilled to perfection. Serve with a squeeze of fresh lemon for a bright and delicious seafood experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 ½ lbs (about 700g) raw king prawns, shell-on and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- zest of 1 lemon
- juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Marinate the Prawns: In a large bowl, combine olive oil, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper. Add the prawns and toss to coat evenly. Marinate in the refrigerator for 20–30 minutes.
- Grill the Prawns: Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the prawns for 2–3 minutes per side until pink, lightly charred, and cooked through.
- Serve: Remove from the grill, transfer to a serving platter, garnish with extra parsley, and serve immediately with lemon wedges.
Notes
- For extra flavor, brush the prawns with the leftover marinade while grilling.
- This dish pairs well with a crisp white wine or a fresh side salad.
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 20 minutes before grilling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 185mg
