Grilled Prawns

Name: Grilled Prawns
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: Prawns 12; Fine salt to taste; Extra virgin olive oil 3.4 tbsp; Lemon juice 1.7 tbsp; Parsley 1 tuft; Garlic 1 clove

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389

Calories per serving

Gluten Free
Lactose Free

Energy Kcal 389
Carbohydrates g 7.2
of which sugars g 7.2
Protein g 33
Fats g 25.4
of which saturated fat g 3.7
Fiber g 0.9
Cholesterol mg 358
Sodium mg 914

Difficulty: Very easy
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Serving: 2
Cost: Average

PRESENTATION

Recipe by
Elena Laudicina

Grilled prawns—oh, the best—are a big deal along Italy’s stunning coast. Especially in spots like Liguria and Campania, where, honestly, seafood rules. What makes these grilled prawns so special? It’s their ability to stay so moist and juicy. And the secret? Quick cooking over a really hot flame. When the shells turn that classic golden orange, all bright and shiny, you’ll know you’ve got it right.

A quick olive oil brush or maybe a zesty marinade? Perfect. It keeps them flavorful and lets that sweet seafood taste really shine through. And these prawns often show up at family get-togethers or chill summer parties. Everyone dives in and grabs them hot off the grill—so steaming hot. I mean, it is so good.

In other parts of Italy, they mix it up a bit—sometimes a pinch of chili or a squeeze of lemon or maybe some herbs. But, really, the heart is the same: shrimp recipes from these coastal regions focus on letting the tender meat and fresh flavors shine. What’s fantastic is how simple grilled shrimp are to whip up. Great for beginners who want those juicy results. You really don’t need heavy sauces. Just some crusty bread and maybe a lemon squeeze, and look, you’re set.

Italian home cooks, to be honest, know their stuff. They pay attention to details like making sure the shell gets a bit crispy and brushing with oil at just the right moment for that perfect shine. You’ll find similar dishes in seafood spots everywhere in Italy—simple barbecue prawns or marinated shrimp skewers are coastal staples. It’s the kind of dish that makes you wanna eat outside, pass plates around, and enjoy the moment. Straightforward, flavorful, and really all about good times. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just figuring it out, this dish totally captures the essence of Italian coastal cooking—bringing a taste of the seaside right to your table. For sure.

INGREDIENTS

389

Calories per serving

Prawns 12

Fine salt to taste

for the dressing: Extra virgin olive oil 3.4 tbsp (50 g); Lemon juice 1.7 tbsp (25 g); Parsley 1 tuft; Garlic 1 clove

Preparation

How to prepare Grilled Prawns

To prepare the grilled prawns, first rinse them under water for a few seconds, being careful not to break them 1, they must remain whole, then transfer them to a colander and let them drain 2. Heat a grill on the stove, as soon as it's scorching, place the prawns inside 3.

and let them cook over high heat for 3 minutes, then turn them over 4 and continue cooking for another 3 minutes. In the meantime, prepare the dressing. In a small bowl, pour the oil, the lemon juice 5, and the chopped parsley 6.

Add the garlic cut into pieces 7 and mix. Once cooked, salt the prawns. Use part of the dressing to brush the prawns 8, they will become shinier and more flavorful 9. Serve the grilled prawns with the remaining dressing.