How to BBQ the Perfect King Prawns 🔥🍤
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When the weather heats up, there’s nothing better than firing up the BBQ and cooking fresh seafood outdoors. King prawns are one of the easiest and tastiest options for summer grilling, packed with flavour and quick to cook. Whether you’re planning a relaxed garden gathering or a simple midweek dinner in the sunshine, perfectly barbecued king prawns bring that fresh coastal flavour straight to your plate. Follow our simple tips below to get juicy, smoky prawns every time.
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Prep your prawns
If using shell-on king prawns, butterfly them down the back and remove the vein. Keeping the shells on helps lock in flavour and keeps them juicy on the BBQ. -
Marinate for extra flavour
Toss the prawns in olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, chilli flakes and a little parsley. Leave for 15 to 30 minutes. -
Preheat the BBQ
Get the BBQ nice and hot before cooking. King prawns cook quickly, so high heat gives you that perfect char without drying them out. -
Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side
Place the prawns directly onto the grill or onto skewers. Cook until they turn pink and opaque with lightly charred edges. -
Don’t overcook
The secret to perfect king prawns is taking them off as soon as they’re cooked through. Overcooked prawns become rubbery fast. -
Finish and serve
Squeeze over fresh lemon, sprinkle with sea salt and serve straight from the BBQ with salad, rice or crusty bread.