Skewered Chilli Lime Prawns
Elevate your next barbecue or weeknight dinner with these Skewered Chilli Lime Prawns—an irresistible blend of zesty citrus, fiery spice, and smoky chargrilled flavor. With its quick marinade of fresh lime juice, fragrant lime zest, a touch of honey, and a kick of chilli flakes, this prawn recipe delivers a perfect balance of tangy and spicy notes. Threaded onto skewers for easy grilling, these prawns cook in under 10 minutes, making them a hassle-free yet impressive option for entertaining or a light, flavorful meal. Garnished with vibrant coriander and served with lime wedges for a burst of freshness, these skewers are ideal for summer gatherings, backyard barbecues, or even a quick appetizer. Versatile, gluten-free, and full of bold flavors, these Chilli Lime Prawns are guaranteed to become a hit!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g Large raw prawns (peeled and deveined, tails intact)
- 3 tbsp Fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp Lime zest
- 1 tsp Chilli flakes
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tsp Honey
- 2 tbsp Fresh coriander leaves (chopped)
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 10 pieces Wooden skewers (soaked in water for 20 minutes)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together the lime juice, lime zest, chilli flakes, minced garlic, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Add the prawns to the bowl and toss well to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 20–30 minutes to allow the prawns to absorb the flavors.
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 20 minutes to prevent burning during cooking.
Preheat a grill or broiler to medium-high heat.
Remove the prawns from the marinade and thread them onto the soaked skewers. Discard any leftover marinade.
Place the skewers on the grill or under the broiler. Cook for 2–3 minutes on each side, or until the prawns turn pink and are slightly charred on the edges.
Remove the skewers from the grill and garnish the prawns with fresh coriander leaves.
Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for extra zest.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
806 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.0 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 975 mg | 325% | |
| Sodium | 1744 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.3 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.1 g | ||
| Protein | 121.4 g | 243% | |
| Vitamin D | 19.0 mcg | 95% | |
| Calcium | 207 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1477 mg | 31% | |
*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.
