Name: Lemon prawns
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 23 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 1/2 cup (125ml) oil; 1/4 cup (60ml) lemon juice; 1 tablespoon grated lemon rind; 1 teaspoon chopped oregano; 1 teaspoon chopped thyme; 24 large green prawns, heads removed, shells intact; lemon wedges, to serve

Lemon prawns

A simple lemon marinade gives these prawns a tangy flavour. Serve as a starter or as finger food at your next party.

Serves 6

Prep

15M

Cook

Total

23M

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Ingredients

1/2 cup (125ml) oil

1/4 cup (60ml) lemon juice

1 tablespoon grated lemon rind

1 teaspoon chopped oregano

1 teaspoon chopped thyme

24 large green prawns, heads removed, shells intact

lemon wedges, to serve

Method

1.Combine oil, lemon juice, lemon rind and herbs in a bowl. Season to taste. Add prawns and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.

2.Preheat a barbecue on low. Thread prawns carefully onto metal skewers, reserving marinade. Cook for 3-4 minutes each side, brushing frequently with reserved marinade. Serve with lemon wedges.

Cooking prawns in their shells both protects the delicate flesh and imparts a delicious smoky flavour. If using wooden skewers, don’t forget to pre-soak them to avoid burning while cooking.
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