grilled tiger prawns with hunan sauce

Seattle, WA
Updated on Apr 29, 2015

You can put the prawns on skewers or cook them in a grill basket if your grill has large openings between rows. If using bamboo skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to keep them from burning. NOTE: You can use a mix of fresh herbs, depending on your tastes, i.e. fresh mint, basil, etc.

prep time 40 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Grill
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds tiger prawns, extra large
  • 3 large limes
  • 1 cup hoisin sauce
  • 1/3 cup oyster sauce
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce, low sodium
  • 1/4 cup dry sherry
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 tablespoon black bean sauce
  • 1 tablespoon chili sauce
  • 1/4 cup fresh gingerroot, peeled and minced
  • 10 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
  • 2 - shallots, peeled and minced
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (see note)

How To Make grilled tiger prawns with hunan sauce

  • Step 1
    Remove shells and devein the prawns. Leave tails on.
  • Step 2
    Zest and juice the limes. Combine with the other ingredients, except prawns.
  • Step 3
    Place prawns in a zipper-type pastic bag and pour marinade over them. Mix well to coat prawns, seal and let marinate 15-20 minutes.
  • Step 4
    If using skewers, thread prawns on them. Pour remaining marinade into a small saucepan. Bring marinade to a low boil for 30 seconds. Keep warm.
  • Step 5
    Grill prawns for 5-10 minutes, turning once, until they turn pink and opaque.
  • Step 6
    To serve prawns, place on a platter and pour heated marinade over them, or serve marinade as a dipping sauce.

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Culture: Asian
Category: Seafood
Ingredient: Seafood
Method: Grill

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