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Lemon and Herb Prawn Skewers - Experience a fusion of flavors that transport you to the sunny Mediterranean coastline with these exquisite Lemon and Herb Prawn Skewers. The delicate

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Lemon and Herb Prawn Skewers

Experience a fusion of flavors that transport you to the sunny Mediterranean coastline with these exquisite Lemon and Herb Prawn Skewers. The delicate prawns are marinated in a vibrant blend of fresh herbs, lemon, and garlic, then grilled to perfection. With each bite, you'll enjoy a refreshing, zesty, and flavorful explosion that captures the essence of summer grilling. This dish is perfect for outdoor gatherings or a simple, yet elegant, weeknight dinner.

Serves 4 🍷 Wine Pairings 🥗 Side Dishes

Ingredients

Wooden skewers
8, soaked in water for 20 minutes
Prawns
500g, peeled and deveined
Olive oil
2 tablespoons
Fresh dill
2 tablespoons, finely chopped
Fresh parsley
2 tablespoons, finely chopped
Garlic
2 cloves, minced
Lemon
1, zested and juiced
Salt
to taste
Black pepper
to taste

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped dill, olive oil, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
  2. Add the prawns to the marinade, ensuring they are evenly coated. Allow them to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes, but no longer than 30 minutes to prevent the lemon juice from cooking the prawns.
  3. While the prawns are marinating, preheat your grill or barbecue to medium-high heat.
  4. Thread the marinated prawns onto the pre-soaked wooden skewers, ensuring each skewer has an even amount of prawns.
  5. Grill the prawn skewers for about 2-3 minutes per side, until they are pink, opaque, and slightly charred. Be careful not to overcook as prawns can quickly become dry and tough.
  6. Remove the skewers from the grill and serve immediately. Garnish with additional lemon wedges, parsley, and dill if desired.

Tips

  • 💡 Soaking the wooden skewers in water prevents them from burning on the grill.
  • 💡 Fresh herbs are preferred for this recipe to get the most flavor, but if not available, dried herbs can be substituted (use 1/3 the amount).
  • 💡 The prawns can be marinated up to 30 minutes. Any longer, and the acidity from the lemon juice will start to 'cook' the prawns.
  • 💡 This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to accommodate the number of servings needed.

Dietary Information

Servings: 4 Dish Type: Main Course Prep Time: 15 minutes Marinate Time: 10-30 minutes Cook Time: 6 minutes Calories: 225 Fat: 7g Carbs: 2g Protein: 34g Sodium: 880mg Sugar: 1g

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