Description
Char-Grilled King Prawns with Lemon is a vibrant and flavorful seafood dish featuring succulent king prawns marinated in a zesty blend of olive oil, garlic, lemon zest, and smoked paprika. Perfectly grilled until charred and juicy, these prawns are garnished with fresh parsley and served with lemon wedges, making it an ideal light summer dinner or appetizer for barbecues.
Ingredients
Seafood
- 1½ pounds king prawns (shell-on, deveined)
Marinade
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- salt and black pepper to taste
To Serve
- lemon wedges
- chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, smoked paprika, chili flakes, salt, and black pepper to form a flavorful marinade.
- Marinate the Prawns: Add the king prawns to the marinade and toss them thoroughly to ensure even coating. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 20 to 30 minutes to let the flavors infuse.
- Preheat the Grill: Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat, preparing it for cooking the prawns to achieve a nice char.
- Grill the Prawns: Place the marinated prawns on the grill and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, until the shells are charred and the prawns are opaque and fully cooked through.
- Serve: Remove the prawns from the grill, transfer to a serving platter, garnish with chopped fresh parsley, and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
- For easier eating, butterfly the prawns by slicing along the back of the shell before marinating.
- Serve alongside crusty bread, rice, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- This dish is perfect for barbecues and light summer dinners.
