Grilled Prawn
Thai Thai - Grilled Dishes

Grilled Prawn

Est. Time: 20-30 min  •  5 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

Chargrilled over glowing charcoal embers with an authentic smoky char, served with handcrafted accompaniments and savoury reductions.

Ingredients

  • • 500g large prawns, shell on
  • • 2 lemongrass stalks, finely chopped
  • • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • • 1 tbsp coriander root, chopped
  • • 2 tbsp fish sauce
  • • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • • 1 tsp white pepper
  • • 2 tbsp vegetable oil

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Pound lemongrass, garlic, coriander root, and white pepper; stir in fish sauce, lime juice, and oil.

2
Phase 2

Toss the prawns in the marinade and rest for 20 minutes.

3
Phase 3

Thread the prawns onto skewers through the tail and head.

4
Phase 4

Grill over hot coals for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and lightly charred.

5
Phase 5

Serve with a sweet chili-lime dip, cucumber, and jasmine rice.