Grilled prawns with lemon and garlic marinade

Juicy grilled prawns with a fresh lemon and garlic marinade, served with a hint of herbs. A light summer dish that harmonizes perfectly with the fresh acidity and herbal notes of a Verdejo.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Marinating time: 20

Total Time 40

Course Appetizer, Main course

Cuisine Mediterranean, Spanish

Servings People

Calories 320 kcal

Cooking utensils

1 Grill or grill pan
1 Small bowl for the marinade
1 Kitchen brush to coat the prawns
1 Tongs or barbecue skewers

Ingredients

For the shrimps:

12 large shrimps Raw, with or without peel
2 Tbsp olive oil extra virgin
Juice and zest of 1 organic lemon
2 Garlic cloves finely chopped
½ teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon black pepper Freshly ground
½ teaspoon chili flakes Optional for a slight spiciness
1 tbsp fresh parsley or coriander chopped

For the garnish (optional):

Lemon wedges to serve
Fresh baguette or toasted bread

Preparation

Prepare the marinade:

In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, chopped garlic, salt, pepper and chili flakes.
Turn the prawns in the marinade and leave to marinate in the fridge for at least 20 minutes.

Grill the prawns:

Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
Place the prawns directly on the grill or put them on skewers.
Grill for 2-3 minutes per side until they are pink and lightly caramelized.

Serve:

Place the prawns on a plate and sprinkle with chopped parsley or coriander.
Serve with lemon wedges and drizzle with olive oil to taste.

Recommended side dishes

Fresh baguette or toasted bread with olive oil
A light rocket salad with lemon vinaigrette
Grilled vegetables such as zucchinis, eggplants or peppers

Nutritional values per portion

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 35gFat: 18g

Keyword Barbecue dishes, Grilled seafood, Lemon and garlic marinade, Seafood, Shrimps, Spanish cuisine, Verdejo, White wine

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