Grilled Prawns with Garlic
Succulent prawns infused with garlic, lemon, and warm spices, grilled to perfection with a charred exterior and tender, juicy interior.
⏱ 25 minServes 4North African
Ingredients
- •1.5 lbs large prawns, peeled and deveined
- •8 cloves garlic, minced
- •1/4 cup olive oil
- •3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- •1 teaspoon ground cumin
- •1/2 teaspoon paprika
- •1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- •1/2 teaspoon salt
- •1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- •2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- •1 lemon cut into wedges
Directions
- 1Heat grill to medium-high heat or prepare a grill pan over medium-high heat.
- 2In a bowl, combine minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- 3Add prawns to the marinade and toss gently to coat evenly. Let sit for 5-10 minutes.
- 4Place prawns on hot grill or grill pan in a single layer, cooking for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- 5Transfer grilled prawns to a serving platter and drizzle with any remaining marinade.
- 6Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
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