Grilled Prawns with Okra
Prep
20 mins
Cook
15 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my favorite quick weeknight dinners that feels fancy but takes barely thirty minutes from start to finish. Grilled prawns and okra are a match made in heaven, especially when tossed together with garlic, lemon, and a hint of chili heat. Okra is wonderfully nutritious too, packed with fiber and vitamin C to support your immune system. The beauty of this dish is its simplicity: you're basically marinating everything in olive oil and herbs, then letting the grill do the work. The result is tender, succulent prawns with beautifully caramelized okra that'll impress anyone at your table without keeping you stuck in the kitchen.
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Ingredients
- ¾ kglarge prawns(peeled and deveined)
- ½ kgfresh okra(trimmed, left whole)
- 6garlic cloves(minced)
- 4 tbspextra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbspfresh lemon juice
- 1 tspred chili flakes
- 4fresh thyme sprigs
- 1 tspsea salt
- ½ tspblack pepper
- 2 tbspbutter
- 1 tbsphoney
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, red chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Divide this marinade in half, reserving one portion for the okra.
Tip: Prepare your marinade while the grill preheats for efficiency.
- 2
Toss the prawns with the first portion of marinade and let them sit for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, coat the okra with the remaining marinade, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and fresh thyme.
Tip: Don't over-marinate prawns as they cook quickly and delicate flavors can become too intense.
- 3
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F). Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
Tip: Clean grates ensure beautiful char marks and prevent food from clinging.
- 4
Place the okra directly on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until tender with light charring, turning occasionally. Transfer to a serving platter.
Tip: Okra should have a slight char but still maintain its structure.
- 5
Thread the prawns onto skewers or place them directly on the grill in a single layer. Grill for 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque, being careful not to overcook.
Tip: Prawns cook very quickly; watch carefully to avoid rubbery texture.
- 6
In a small saucepan over low heat, melt butter with honey and a squeeze of fresh lemon. Drizzle this glaze over the grilled prawns and okra.
Tip: The honey-butter glaze adds richness and a subtle sweetness to balance the spice.
- 7
Arrange the grilled prawns and okra on a platter, garnish with fresh lemon wedges and additional thyme if desired. Serve immediately while still warm.
Tip: Serve this dish family-style for an impressive presentation.
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