Croatian-Style Prawn Skewers
Tender prawns marinated in a zesty Croatian-inspired blend of herbs and spices, grilled to perfection on skewers.
Ingredients
- ●250g Prawnsfresh or frozen, defrosted
- ●2 tbsp Extra-Virgin Olive Oilcold-pressed
- ●1 medium Red Onionpeeled and chopped
- ●1/4 cup Fresh Parsleychopped
- ●1/4 cup Fresh Dillchopped
- ●3 cloves Garlicminced
- ●2 tbsp Lemon Juicefreshly squeezed
- ●1 tsp Saltcoarse, Croatian-style
- ●1 tsp Black Pepperfreshly ground
- ●10-12 Snappy Skewerswooden or bamboo
Instructions
- 1
Preheat grill to medium-high heat (200°C/400°F).
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, red onion, parsley, dill, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
- 3
Add the prawns to the marinade and mix well to coat.
- 4
Thread the marinated prawns onto the skewers, leaving space between each prawn.
- 5
Grill the skewers for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the prawns are pink and cooked through.
- 6
Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley and lemon wedges if desired.
- 7
Let the skewers rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.
- 8
Serve with a side of hearty, crusty bread or a simple green salad.
- 9
Enjoy your delicious Croatian-style prawn skewers!
- 10
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
- 11
Reheat the skewers in the oven or on the stovetop before serving.