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Here's my go-to grilled prawns formula that wows everyone without fail. I love fixing these gorgeous prawns coated in my homemade butter mixed with garlic and parsley. It's a dish that brings Mediterranean vacation vibes—perfect for summer nights or when I want to impress friends without spending forever in the kitchen.
The wonder of sizzling prawns
I picked prawns for their plump meat that stays wonderfully juicy when cooked. My special garlic and parsley butter takes them to another level with mouthwatering flavors. This is definitely my signature dish when I need a quick dinner that looks fancy but doesn't make my life complicated.
Shopping list
- Prawns: 12 big ones with heads still on for extra flavor.
- Butter: 100g left out beforehand so it's nice and soft.
- Garlic: 4 cloves chopped up small.
- Parsley: A generous bunch, really fresh.
- Lemon: Half for the sauce, another for serving.
- Seasoning: Salt and pepper as you like.
- Olive oil: A splash for cooking.
- For serving: Nice lemon wedges.
Step-by-step method
- Getting the prawns ready
- I carefully pull out the dark vein while keeping the heads on because they add so much flavor during cooking.
- Flavored butter mix
- I blend my softened butter with garlic, parsley, lemon juice, salt and pepper. This gives the dish its amazing character.
- Heating up
- I get my grill or pan super hot with a tiny bit of olive oil.
- Cooking time
- I brush my prawns all over with the flavored butter and grill them 3-4 minutes each side until they're golden and juicy.
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The finishing touch
I arrange my prawns on a pretty plate, drizzle the leftover flavored butter on top and add my lemon wedges. They're great with fragrant rice or a cool summer salad. It's a light, balanced treat that feels like you're on vacation.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → How do you pick good shrimp?
- Look for shrimp with a firm texture, shiny shells, and no dark spots. They should smell fresh and lightly salty, not strongly of ammonia.
- → Can you prep garlic butter ahead of time?
- Yes, garlic butter can be made up to 3 days in advance and stored in the fridge. Take it out 30 minutes before using to soften it.
- → How do you keep shrimp from sticking to the grill?
- Make sure the grill is preheated and lightly oiled before adding the shrimp. Turn them only once during cooking to avoid sticking.
- → Can large prawns substitute shrimp?
- Sure, you can use large prawns instead of shrimp. Just tweak the cooking time as prawns may take a bit longer to cook.
- → How do you know when shrimp is done?
- Shrimp is cooked when the flesh turns pink and opaque. Don’t overcook them as they'll become rubbery—3-4 minutes per side should do it.