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Tandoori Prawns

Jumbo prawns, their shells charred and crackling from the grill, pull away to reveal flesh burnished deep red-orange with tandoori spice.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 195kcal

Ingredients

  • 16 jumbo prawns cleaned, shell-on if desired
  • 2 tbsp full-fat yogurt Marinade
  • 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste Marinade
  • 1 tsp Kashmiri red chili powder Marinade
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric Marinade
  • 1 tsp cumin powder Marinade
  • 1 tsp coriander powder Marinade
  • 1 tbsp mustard oil Marinade
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice Marinade
  • Salt Marinade

Instructions

  • Score prawns down the back to butterfly slightly.
  • Mix all marinade ingredients.
  • Coat prawns and marinate 30 minutes maximum.
  • Thread onto flat skewers.
  • Grill on very high heat 2–3 minutes per side.
  • Prawns should be charred and just cooked through.
  • Serve immediately with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 195kcal | Protein: 28g | Fat: 7g
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