Grilled Prawns with Broccoli
Prep
20 mins
Cook
12 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
You're going to love this one because it comes together in under 35 minutes and tastes absolutely restaurant quality. I often make this when I want something impressive but don't have all evening to spend cooking. The prawns get beautifully charred on the grill while the broccoli turns tender and slightly crispy, and the garlic lemon sauce brings everything together perfectly. What makes it even better is that broccoli is packed with vitamin C and antioxidants, so you're getting something genuinely good for you alongside that delicious, succulent seafood. It's simple enough for a weeknight dinner but elegant enough to serve when friends come over.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 24large prawns(peeled and deveined)
- 1183 mlbroccoli florets(cut into even-sized pieces)
- 6garlic cloves(minced)
- 4 tablespoonsolive oil
- 3 tablespoonsfresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoonred chili flakes
- 1 teaspoonsea salt
- ½ teaspoonblack pepper(freshly ground)
- 4fresh thyme sprigs
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
Tip: Allow the grill to heat for at least 10 minutes before cooking for optimal sear marks.
- 2
In a large bowl, combine the minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, chili flakes, salt, and pepper to create a marinade.
Tip: Reserve 1 tablespoon of the marinade to brush on the broccoli separately.
- 3
Add the prawns to the marinade and toss gently to coat evenly. Let them marinate for 10-12 minutes while the grill heats.
Tip: Avoid marinating too long as the acid in lemon juice can begin to 'cook' the prawns if left longer than 15 minutes.
- 4
Toss the broccoli florets with the reserved marinade and a pinch of salt in a separate bowl.
Tip: For crispier broccoli, pat the florets dry with paper towels before tossing with oil.
- 5
Place the broccoli florets directly on the grill grates and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally with tongs, until tender and charred at the edges.
Tip: The broccoli should have golden brown spots and be fork-tender when ready.
- 6
Once the broccoli is nearly done, thread the marinated prawns onto metal skewers or place them directly on the grill grates.
Tip: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes beforehand to prevent burning.
- 7
Grill the prawns for 2-3 minutes per side until they turn opaque and develop a light pink color with charred edges.
Tip: Avoid overcooking as prawns become rubbery quickly; they're done as soon as they change color throughout.
- 8
Transfer the grilled prawns and broccoli to a serving platter, garnish with fresh thyme sprigs, and serve immediately with extra lemon wedges on the side.
Tip: Serve with crusty bread or over rice to soak up the delicious garlicky juices.
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