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Australian Bbq Prawns With Lemon Myrtle Aioli Recipe

Savor the taste of Australia with these succulent BBQ prawns! Marinated and grilled to perfection, they're then served with a vibrant lemon myrtle aioli – a zesty, herbaceous dip that's simply irresistible. This recipe, inspired by a classic, is perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a sophisticated summer barbecue. Pair with a crisp Smith Leigh Old Vine Semillon for the ultimate culinary experience.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 249.7 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Australian Bbq Prawns With Lemon Myrtle Aioli

  • 1 pound large prawns
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon + ½ cup olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh lemon myrtle leaves
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, plus 1 pinch salt

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How to Make Australian Bbq Prawns With Lemon Myrtle Aioli

  1. Thread 1 pound of large prawns onto skewers. Brush generously with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  2. Preheat your BBQ or grill to medium heat. Cook the prawns for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they turn opaque and pink. Remove from heat and set aside.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together 1 large egg yolk, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1 clove minced garlic, and a pinch of salt until light and fluffy.
  4. Slowly drizzle in ½ cup of high-quality olive oil, whisking constantly until the aioli emulsifies and thickens. This will take a few minutes.
  5. Stir in 1 tablespoon of finely chopped fresh lemon myrtle leaves. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  6. Serve the BBQ prawns immediately with the lemon myrtle aioli for dipping. Garnish with extra lemon myrtle sprigs, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

19g

Carbs

0g

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15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation South West Pacific Appetizers Lunch Seafood Australian Easy Shrimp Shellfish