Name: Barbecued garlic prawns
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 2 clove garlic, finely chopped; 2 tablespoon chopped coriander leaves; grated rind and juice of 1 lemon; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 24 large green prawns, peeled, deveined, tails intact; 3 lemons, halved; crusty bread, green salad, to serve

Barbecued garlic prawns

These garlic prawns are perfect for a weekend barbecue. Serve up these zesty skewers with fresh salad and a wedge of lemon for a simple lunch.

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Serves 6

Prep

15M

Cook

10M

Total

25M

Ingredients

2 clove garlic, finely chopped

2 tablespoon chopped coriander leaves

grated rind and juice of 1 lemon

1 tablespoon olive oil

24 large green prawns, peeled, deveined, tails intact

3 lemons, halved

crusty bread, green salad, to serve

Method

1.In a large bowl, combine garlic, coriander, lemon rind, juice and oil. Season to taste. Add prawns, toss to coat well. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour to marinate.

2.Preheat barbecue on high. Drain prawns, and thread onto metal skewers. Put marinade aside. Cook prawns for 2-3 minutes each side, brushing with marinade, until pink and cooked through. Cook lemon halves, serve with bread and salad.

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