Asian-inspired Marinated Prawns

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This Asian-inspired marinated prawns recipe is a delightful fusion of flavors and textures that will transport your taste buds to the streets of Asia. The succulent prawns are marinated in a delicious blend of soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and other aromatic spices, resulting in a dish that is bursting with umami goodness. Perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing appetizer, these marinated prawns are sure to be a hit at any gathering.

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Asian inspired marinated prawns recipe details

Asian inspired marinated prawns recipe, recipe Rating: 4.7
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Something I whipped up one night for the in-laws. It was inspired by, and based loosely, on several other recipes I have seen. Fairly basic but terrifically tasty!
Ready in: 31 mins

Ingredients

Serves: 4

• 3 large cloves of garlic, finely minced
• Thumb-size (2 – 2 1/2 inch) ginger, peeled and finely minced
• 1 green onion, chopped
• 1/3c. olive oil
• juice of 1/2 lemon
• juice of 1/2 orange
• 1 tbsp. dark soy sauce
• decent splash of red-hot sauce, to taste
• 2 lbs. fresh prawns, peeled and de-veined
• Bamboo skewers

Preparation method

Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 6 mins | Extra time: 15 mins, marinating

1. Soak bamboo skewers in cold water during preparation of the marinade.
2. Combine first 8 ingredients in a large, non-reactive, bowl or a large plastic freezer bag.
3. Add prawns and marinate 15 to 30 minutes. Stir or agitate a couple of times to ensure all prawns get completely coated.
4. Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat, and lightly oil the grate. Thread the marinated prawns onto the soaked skewers.
5. Cook prawns on BBQ or grill for 2 to 3 minutes per side, turning once.