Piri-piri prawns

Dairy Free
Health score
9%
Piri-piri prawns
15 min.
6
104kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your appetizer game with a burst of vibrant flavors? Look no further than these enticing piri-piri prawns! This dairy-free dish is not only a feast for the senses but also a quick and easy option for your next gathering, taking just 15 minutes to prepare. Perfect for antipasti spreads, starters, or even as a delightful snack, these prawns are sure to impress your guests.

The secret lies in the marinade—a delightful combination of fragrant sunflower oil, crushed garlic, and a kick of red chillies, enhanced with a touch of sea salt and paprika. As the prawns soak up these bold flavors, their naturally sweet and succulent taste shines through, making each bite a culinary delight. You can choose to barbecue them for that irresistible smoky char or cook them singly for a more delicate approach.

And let’s not forget the perfect accompaniment! Serve them up with a refreshing mint relish and provide your guests with warm finger bowls, fresh lime slices, and napkins for an unforgettable dining experience. With only 104 calories per serving, this dish allows you to indulge without any guilt. Whether it's a summer barbecue, a cozy winter gathering, or a lively dinner party, these piri-piri prawns are sure to be a hit. Dive into deliciousness and add this tempting recipe to your repertoire today!

Ingredients

  • tbsp unrefined sunflower oil 
  •  garlic clove crushed
  •  pepper flakes red deseeded finely chopped
  • 0.3 tsp sea salt 
  • 0.5 tsp paprika 
  • 18 large shells fresh with the heads on if possible)
  • servings mint leaves well (see 'Goes with)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • skewers

Directions

  1. Mix the oil with the garlic, chilli, salt and paprika, then toss in the prawns. Marinate the prawns in the fridge for up to 1 day.
  2. TO BARBECUE: Cook the prawns singly or thread 3 onto skewers to make portions. Barbecue for just a few mins each side until they turn from grey to pink.
  3. Serve with the mint relish (just tiny pots per portion), warm finger bowls with lime slices, napkins, and a bowl for the shells.

Nutrition Facts

Calories104kcal
Protein3.24%
Fat79.99%
Carbs16.77%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22
Glycemic Load
1.59
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
4.1313043469968%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.31mg
Hesperetin
0.1mg
Apigenin
0.05mg
Luteolin
0.13mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:103.86kcal
5.19%
Fat:9.49g
14.6%
Saturated Fat:0.94g
5.89%
Carbohydrates:4.48g
1.49%
Net Carbohydrates:3.97g
1.44%
Sugar:0.91g
1.02%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:99.21mg
4.31%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.86g
1.73%
Vitamin C:22.5mg
27.27%
Vitamin E:4mg
26.66%
Vitamin A:279.86IU
5.6%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.52%
Manganese:0.1mg
5.2%
Selenium:2.27µg
3.24%
Vitamin K:2.79µg
2.66%
Potassium:73.09mg
2.09%
Fiber:0.51g
2.04%
Copper:0.04mg
1.94%
Iron:0.32mg
1.78%
Magnesium:6.68mg
1.67%
Phosphorus:16.51mg
1.65%
Vitamin B3:0.29mg
1.44%
Folate:5.28µg
1.32%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.29%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.26%