Skewered Tiger Prawns with Honey Lime Butter
Transform your next barbecue or dinner party with these irresistible Skewered Tiger Prawns with Honey Lime Butter—an easy yet gourmet dish bursting with flavor. Fresh, succulent tiger prawns are marinated in a luscious blend of melted butter, sweet honey, zesty lime juice, and a hint of garlic and chili flakes for the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and spicy. Grilled to perfection in just minutes, these skewers develop a smoky char while staying tender and juicy. A garnish of fresh cilantro and lime wedges ties everything together, making this recipe a stunning centerpiece for any occasion. Perfect for seafood lovers, this quick and versatile dish is ready in only 30 minutes, bringing effortless elegance to your table. Serve as an appetizer or pair with fresh salads or crusty bread for a light, summery meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Tiger prawns (peeled and deveined, tails on)
- 75 grams Unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoons Chili flakes
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 8 pieces Wooden or metal skewers
- 4 pieces Lime wedges (for garnish)
Instructions
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 20 minutes to prevent burning.
In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, honey, lime juice, minced garlic, chili flakes, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Rinse the tiger prawns under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
Add the prawns to a large mixing bowl and pour 2/3 of the honey lime butter mixture over them. Toss to coat the prawns evenly, then cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 15 minutes. Reserve the remaining 1/3 of the sauce for basting.
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
Thread the marinated prawns onto the skewers, ensuring they are securely skewered so they don’t fall off during grilling.
Place the skewers on the hot grill and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, brushing with the reserved honey lime butter sauce as they cook. Grill until the prawns are opaque and have light grill marks.
Remove the skewers from the grill and garnish them with freshly chopped cilantro.
Serve hot with lime wedges on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1187 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.6 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.0 g | 195% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1139 mg | 380% | |
| Sodium | 1745 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.5 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.6 g | ||
| Protein | 121.5 g | 243% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 358 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1447 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.
