BBQ Tiger Prawn Kebabs

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 17
Delicious BBQ Tiger Prawn Kebabs recipe for your summer grilling season
in Seafood

Prep

30 min

Cook

8 min

Ready In

38 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 garlic cloves , mashed
2 tablespoons honey
4 tablespoons cilantro , minced
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 jalapenos or 1 other hot pepper , minced
salt and pepper
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper flakes ( optional )
24 raw tiger shrimp , peeled tail on
8 canned artichoke hearts
8 medium mushrooms
8 cherry tomatoes
1/2 sweet green pepper , cut into 4 squares 1 1/2 inch pieces
1/2 sweet red pepper , cut into 4 squares 1 1/2 inch pieces
4 long skewers
1/4 cup parmesan cheese , grated

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
345
Sugar
14g
Fat
6g
BBQ Tiger Prawn Kebabs are a classic dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or appetizer. The flavors of honey, garlic, and cilantro paired with succulent prawns make for a tasty meal every time. Served with vegetables such as artichoke hearts, to balance the sweetness of prawns, and cherry tomatoes, to add a juicy bite, these kebabs are perfect for summer grilling season. This dish is a perfect healthy summer meal that is packed with fresh flavors and nutritional benefits.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, combine mashed garlic, honey, minced cilantro, balsamic vinegar, dry white wine, minced jalapenos or other hot pepper, salt and pepper, and hot pepper flakes if desired.
2.Thread the peeled raw tiger shrimp, artichoke hearts, mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, sweet green pepper and sweet red pepper onto skewers.
3.Brush the kebabs with the prepared marinade, making sure to coat all sides evenly.
4.Heat the grill to medium-high and oil the grates. Grill the kebabs until the shrimp are pink and slightly charred, about 3-4 minutes per side.
5.Once finished, sprinkle kebabs with grated parmesan cheese.

PROS

These BBQ tiger prawn kebabs are packed with flavors of garlic, honey, and cilantro.
They are great for summer grilling with family and friends.
The skewers allow for easy portion control and they are visually attractive.

CONS

Shrimp can be expensive and aren’t always easy to find.
The recipe does require a bit of prep work with peeling the shrimp and preparing the vegetables.
Additionally, some may find spice levels of the jalapenos to be too high.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tiger prawns are generally low in fat and calories and high in protein. They are also a great source of vitamins B12, D, and omega-3 fatty acids which are essential for maintaining eye health, strengthening bones, and improving blood circulation. Vegetables such as tomatoes and bell peppers are rich in antioxidants and essential vitamins like vitamin C, making this recipe a great way to get essential nutrients.

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