Barbecue Sesame Prawns

5.00 (10)
⏱ 28 mins 🍽 6 serving(s) 🏷 Australian

These Australian barbecue prawns feature a savoury marinade of soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger and nutmeg. After marinating, the prawns are grilled on the barbecue until perfectly cooked. This simple recipe yields a delicious seafood dish ideal for outdoor cooking. Preparation time does not include the marinating period.

Barbecue Sesame Prawns

Ingredients

  • 1 kg fresh large green shrimp, 2 lbs (shrimps)
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/3 cup green onion, chopped
  • 1/4 cup sesame oil
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg

Method

  1. Shell and clean the prawns, ensuring the tails remain attached.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix the soy sauce, chopped green onion, sesame oil, water, garlic, ground ginger and grated nutmeg thoroughly.
  3. Place the prawns into the marinade, cover the bowl, and let them sit for 1-2 hours.
  4. Take the prawns out of the marinade mixture.
  5. Grill the prawns on the barbecue with the lid closed for 8-15 minutes, until they are fully cooked, being careful not to overcook them.

Nutrition (per serving)

Sodium1588800 mg

Recipe details

CategoryAustralian
AuthorJewelies