Prawn Peri Peri Skewers (Espetadas de Camarão Peri Peri)

Espetadas de Camarão Peri Peri, or Prawn Peri Peri Skewers, are a popular dish in Mozambican cuisine. These flavorful skewers are perfect for grilling and are a great addition to any barbecue or gathering.

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Prawn Peri Peri Skewers (Espetadas de Camarão Peri Peri)

Ingredients

  • 1 kg large prawns, peeled and deveined
  • 1/4 cup peri peri sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 lemon, cut into wedges
  • Wooden skewers, soaked in water

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix the peri peri sauce, olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Add the prawns to the bowl and toss to coat them evenly with the marinade. Let them marinate for 15 minutes.
  3. Thread the marinated prawns onto the soaked wooden skewers, alternating with lemon wedges.
  4. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  5. Grill the prawn skewers for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are cooked through and have nice grill marks.
  6. Remove from the grill and serve hot with extra peri peri sauce on the side.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Grilling

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
20g
Carbohydrates
5g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Grill Grilling tongs Bowl for marinating

Tools

Wooden skewers Basting brush

Serving suggestions

Serve the Espetadas de Camarão Peri Peri with a side of rice and a fresh salad.

Tips & tricks

For extra heat, add more peri peri sauce to the marinade or serve it as a dipping sauce on the side.

Cost

$20