Chilli King Prawns Shrimp Skewers with Pistachio Coriander Rub
Fire up the grill and tantalize your taste buds with these bold and flavorful Chilli King Prawns Shrimp Skewers with Pistachio Coriander Rub! This quick and easy recipe transforms succulent king prawns into a showstopping dish, thanks to a vibrant marinade made with fresh coriander, earthy pistachios, zesty lemon, spicy red chilli, and fragrant spices like cumin and paprika. Perfectly grilled to a smoky char in under 10 minutes, these skewers are ideal for weeknight dinners or summer BBQs. The nutty pistachio-coriander rub doubles as a delicious finishing sauce, ensuring every bite is bursting with zesty, herbaceous flavor. Serve them hot with lemon wedges for a citrusy twist, and watch them disappear! These shrimp skewers are a must-try recipe for seafood lovers craving a spicy, gourmet twist.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams King prawns (raw, deveined, and peeled)
- 1 cup Fresh coriander (cilantro)
- 1 cup Unsalted pistachios (shelled)
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 1 Fresh red chilli
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 Lemon (juice and zest)
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 8 Skewers
Instructions
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 20 minutes to prevent burning.
Rinse and pat dry the king prawns. Set aside in a bowl.
In a food processor, combine the coriander, pistachios, garlic, red chilli, olive oil, lemon juice and zest, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Pulse until you achieve a coarse paste-like consistency.
Pour half of the pistachio-coriander rub over the prawns and toss to coat evenly. Reserve the remaining rub for serving.
Thread the king prawns onto skewers, piercing through both the tail and the thick end to secure them.
Preheat a grill pan, barbecue, or outdoor grill over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the surface to prevent sticking.
Cook the prawn skewers for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the prawns turn opaque and lightly charred. Be careful not to overcook, as they can become rubbery.
Transfer the cooked skewers to a serving platter and drizzle with the reserved pistachio-coriander rub.
Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for an extra burst of citrus.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2689 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 165.1 g | 212% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.7 g | 168% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1205 mg | 402% | |
| Sodium | 5487 mg | 239% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 96.5 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.7 g | 113% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.4 g | ||
| Protein | 220.0 g | 440% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 839 mg | 65% | |
| Iron | 25.5 mg | 142% | |
| Potassium | 6320 mg | 134% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
