Name: Zesty Grilled Prawns with Green Onion Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs large prawns, peeled and deveined (tails left on); 3 tbsp olive oil, divided; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1 bunch green onions, finely chopped; 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped; 2 tbsp red wine vinegar; 1 tbsp fresh lime juice; 1/2 tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste; 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper

This easy grilled prawns with green onion sauce recipe is ready in just 25 minutes and makes for a healthy, flavor-packed seafood dinner. The smoky, charred prawns pair beautifully with a bright, uncooked green onion and herb sauce. It is a traditional Brazilian beachside favorite made simple for home cooks.

Instructions

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Pat the prawns dry with paper towels to ensure a good sear. In a medium bowl, toss the prawns with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until they are evenly coated.

Preheat your outdoor grill or a indoor cast-iron grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly brush the grates with a small amount of oil to prevent the seafood from sticking during cooking.

In a small mixing bowl, combine the finely chopped green onions, fresh cilantro, red wine vinegar, lime juice, and the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Stir the sauce well, season with a pinch of salt to taste, and set aside to let the flavors meld.

Place the seasoned prawns onto the hot grill grates in a single layer. Grill for 2 to 3 minutes on the first side until they are slightly charred and start to turn pink.

Flip the prawns and cook for another 2 minutes on the other side until they are fully opaque and curled into a loose 'C' shape. Transfer the grilled prawns to a warm serving platter, spoon the fresh green onion sauce generously over the top, and serve immediately with fresh lime wedges.