Tunisian Grilled Prawns
Transport your taste buds to North Africa with these Tunisian Grilled Prawns—a vibrant and flavorful dish that’s as easy to make as it is impressive to serve. Succulent, perfectly charred prawns are infused with bold Mediterranean spices thanks to a harissa-based marinade enriched with garlic, cumin, and paprika. A touch of lemon juice brightens the flavors, while fresh cilantro adds a fragrant finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a show-stopping addition to your summer grilling spread. Serve with lemon wedges for a citrusy kick and pair with a fresh salad or crusty bread for an authentic Tunisian-inspired feast. Perfect for seafood lovers looking for a quick and flavorful grilling option!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 20 pieces large prawns, cleaned and deveined
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons harissa paste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 4 pieces lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, harissa paste, paprika, ground cumin, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Add the cleaned and deveined prawns to the bowl and toss to coat them evenly in the marinade.
Let the prawns marinate in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
Thread the marinated prawns onto skewers if desired, or place them directly on the grill grates.
Grill the prawns for 2-3 minutes per side, until they turn pink and slightly charred. Be careful not to overcook them.
Once cooked, transfer the prawns to a serving plate and sprinkle with fresh chopped cilantro.
Serve with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the prawns just before eating.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1019 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.3 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.8 g | 49% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 780 mg | 260% | |
| Sodium | 2010 mg | 87% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.9 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.2 g | ||
| Protein | 100.4 g | 201% | |
| Vitamin D | 15.2 mcg | 76% | |
| Calcium | 386 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 1504 mg | 32% | |
*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.
