Spiced Prawn Skewers
An absolute crowd pleaser, this will have your friends and family asking for more!
Serves: 4 as a side dish.
Prep. Time: 30 minutes – 1 hour (to marinate)
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Ingredients:
- 500g prawns (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon or lime
- 1 teaspoon Lord & Lion chilli powder
- 1 teaspoon Lord & Lion cumin powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Lord & Lion turmeric powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Lord & Lion Ceylon cinnamon powder
- Salt to taste
- Skewers (wooden or metal)
Method:
- Make the Marinade: In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon/lime juice, the spices and a pinch of salt. Mix well to form a smooth marinade.
- Marinate the Prawns: Add the prawns to the marinade and toss until well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 1 hour for more flavour).
- Prepare Skewers: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning. Thread the marinated prawns onto the skewers.
- Cook: Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the skewers for 2-3 minutes per side, until the prawns turn pink and are cooked through. You can also cook them in the oven at 200°C (400°F) for about 8-10 minutes, turning halfway.
- Serve: Serve hot with a squeeze of lemon or lime on a bed of coconut rice, salad, or with your favourite sides.
Tips:
- Feel free to adjust the spice quantities to suit your heat preference.
- Adding a pinch of our Ceylon Cinnamon gives a warm, aromatic touch that pairs beautifully with the prawns.