Description
Make your backyard BBQ a gourmet experience with this simple yet flavorful grilled prawns recipe. The classic combination of garlic and lemon pairs perfectly with the smoky charm of outdoor grilling.
This BBQ grilled prawns recipe showcases jumbo prawns in a zesty marinade of garlic, lemon, and olive oil. The prawns are grilled until they develop a slightly crispy exterior while staying tender and juicy inside.
Ingredients
Scale
- 18–24 very large prawns (cleaned and deveined).
- 50g red wine vinegar.
- 30g olive oil.
- 3 garlic cloves, crushed.
- 1 lemon (finely zested and cut into wedges).
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika.
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Instructions
- Mix vinegar, olive oil, and seasonings to create your marinade.
- Add prawns to a baking dish and pour the marinade over them to coat evenly.
- The prawns need to be refrigerated for 20-30 minutes. Be sure to flip them halfway through marinating.
- Your grill should be preheated to 230°C (450°F) during the marinating time.
- Place prawns on the hot grill and brush them with the remaining marinade.
- Each side needs 2-3 minutes until the prawns turn completely orange.
- Serve the prawns immediately with lemon wedges.
Notes
– Shell-on Tip: Marinate shell-side down first if leaving shells on.
– Temperature Check: The prawns should sizzle when they touch the grill.
– Doneness Indicator: Properly cooked prawns feel firm and show an orange color.
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Grilling