Ingredients for Barbecued Prawns With Chilli Lime Cilantro Butter
- 1 pound shell-on prawns (or shrimp)
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1-2 red chilies, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons lime juice, plus lime wedges for serving
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch pepper
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How to Make Barbecued Prawns With Chilli Lime Cilantro Butter
- **Make the Chilli Lime Cilantro Butter:** Combine 2 cloves garlic, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1-2 red chilies (finely chopped, adjust to your spice preference), and 2 tablespoons lime juice in a food processor. Pulse until finely chopped but not pureed.
- **Marinate the Prawns:** Remove 1 tablespoon of the cilantro mixture. Gently toss 1 pound of shell-on prawns with this mixture and set aside in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- **Finish the Butter:** Add 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter and a pinch of salt and pepper to the food processor with the remaining cilantro mixture. Pulse until smooth and creamy.
- **Chill the Butter:** Scrape the butter onto a sheet of foil, shape it into a log, and freeze for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- **Prepare the BBQ:** Preheat your barbecue to medium-high heat.
- **Grill the Prawns:** Grill the marinated prawns for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they turn pink and opaque.
- **Melt & Serve:** Remove the prawns from the grill and place them on a platter. While still hot, top with thin slices of half the chilled cilantro butter. Serve the remaining butter on the side for dipping, along with lime wedges for extra zest!
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
66 g
Sugar
0g
Fat
110g
Carbs
0g
