Split Barbecued Prawns
Elevate your summer cookout game with these irresistible Split Barbecued Prawns—a show-stopping dish that’s bursting with flavor and ready in just 30 minutes! This recipe features tender large prawns, split lengthwise to soak up a zesty marinade of olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, paprika, and a touch of cayenne for optional heat. Grilled to perfection with their shells on, these prawns deliver smoky, charred notes while staying juicy and succulent. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and served alongside lemon wedges for a refreshing burst of citrus, this dish is perfect for seafood lovers craving a quick yet impressive barbecue delight. Whether served as an appetizer or the star of the meal, these barbecued prawns are guaranteed to impress at your next gathering!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces Large prawns (shell on, deveined)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 pieces Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Prepare the prawns by splitting them in half lengthwise. Use a sharp knife to cut from the head to the tail, leaving the shell intact but exposing the flesh. Rinse under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Place the split prawns in a large dish or resealable bag and pour the marinade over them. Mix well to coat each prawn evenly. Let them marinate in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
Preheat a barbecue grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
Place the marinated prawns shell-side down on the grill. Cook for 3-4 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the flesh is opaque and slightly charred. Be careful not to overcook.
Remove the prawns from the grill and transfer them to a serving platter.
Sprinkle the grilled prawns with fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
159 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.0 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.1 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 101 mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 685 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.4 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.9 g | ||
| Protein | 14.6 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 83 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 401 mg | 9% | |
*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.
