BBQ Grilled Prawns with Garlic, Lemon & Chilli
Juicy shell-on prawns grilled over charcoal and drizzled with a zesty garlic, lemon, and chilli sauce, perfect for summer dining or quick weeknight meals.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
1/3 cup olive oil
Salt & pepper, to taste
8 large prawns (shells on, vein removed)
2 cloves garlic, grated
1–2 chillies, sliced
1 tbsp fresh parsley (about 2 g), chopped
1 lemon – juice and zest
Optional: Fresh lemon wedges and crusty bread for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the BBQ: Light firelighters, top with charcoal, and allow coals to become white-hot.
- Make the sauce: Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add garlic and chillies, frying for 2 minutes. Stir in lemon zest and juice, cooking gently until garlic loses its raw edge.
- Marinate the prawns: Pour half the sauce over the cleaned prawns, working it under the shells for even flavor.
- Grill: Place prawns directly over the heat. Cook for 45–60 seconds per side, until pink and lightly charred. Reduce flames if needed.
- Serve: Transfer to a tray, drizzle with remaining sauce, and garnish with parsley. Serve with lemon wedges and bread.
Notes
- Swap prawns for shrimp or langoustines for variation.
- Add smoked paprika for extra depth.
- Coriander can be used instead of parsley for a fresh twist.
- Try lime juice instead of lemon for tangy brightness.
- For a rustic aroma, grill over wood chips instead of charcoal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 prawns
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
