Garlic Confit Butter Butterflied BBQ Prawns
These BBQ prawns are elevated by the richness of garlic confit butter and the depth of anchovies. Butterflied for even cooking and soaked in flavorful butter, they’re perfectly grilled to achieve a smoky, charred finish
Equipment
- BBQ grill
- food processor
- Grill skewer
- Mixing bowl
- Spatula or brush
- Tongs
Ingredients
- 1 pound of butterflied prawns or shrimp
- 4 cloves of garlic minced or finely chopped
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pinch of sea salt for finishing
- Optional: chili flakes or fresh herbs for added flavor
Instructions
- Prepare the Garlic Butter: In a food processor, blend garlic, softened butter, olive oil, parsley, lemon zest, and lemon juice until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Butterfly the Prawns: Clean and devein prawns, then slice along the back without cutting through, allowing for even cooking and better absorption of the garlic butter.
- Season and Skewer: Season prawns with sea salt and pepper, then skewer from head to tail to keep them flat on the grill.
- Grill the Prawns: Preheat BBQ to medium heat. Grill prawns for 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and develop a slight char.
- Apply Garlic Butter: Brush or spoon garlic butter generously over the hot prawns to allow it to melt and infuse the prawns with flavor.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the prawns hot, garnished with fresh herbs or chili flakes if desired.
Notes
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: Approximately 270
- Protein: 18% of the Daily Value (DV)
- Total Fat: 24g (including saturated fat)
- Carbohydrates: Minimal, generally low
- Cholesterol: High (as expected with prawns)
- Sodium: Moderate (adjust with unsalted butter if desired)
- Added Sugar: Very low