Description
BBQ Grilled Prawns with Garlic, Lemon & Chilli are a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the essence of summer to any table. Perfectly marinated and grilled, these prawns are infused with the zesty goodness of garlic, lemon, and a hint of chilli heat. Ideal for both casual gatherings and intimate dinners, this quick recipe requires just five essential ingredients and can be ready in 30 minutes! Serve them alongside crusty bread or over a fresh salad for a delightful dining experience that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1–2 chillies
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 8 large prawns (prepared with shells on)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Fresh lemon wedges for serving
- Fresh crusty bread of your choice for dipping in the sauce
Instructions
- Prepare your BBQ grill by igniting firelighters and adding charcoal until all coals are white hot.
- In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté grated garlic and sliced chillies over medium heat for about 2 minutes. Add lemon juice and zest, cooking until fragrant.
- Marinate the prawns by coating them in half of the garlic mixture.
- Grill the prawns on high heat for about 1 minute per side until they turn pink and opaque.
- Drizzle remaining marinade over grilled prawns and serve immediately with lemon wedges and crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 prawns (80g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg