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Salt and Pepper Prawn Skewers

Cultural Context

Originating from the coastal regions of China, Salt and Pepper Prawn Skewers are a popular street food that celebrates the natural sweetness of prawns enhanced by simple seasoning. Traditionally enjoyed as a snack or appetizer, they are often served at gatherings and festivals. Today, this dish has found its way into various cuisines around the world, showcasing the universal love for grilled seafood.

ChineseUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb prawns
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon white pepper
1 teaspoon Chinese five spice
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon ginger
1/4 cup coriander
1 cup hot water
as needed olive oil spray
1 cucumber
1 chili
1/4 cup spring onion

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

prawns

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu is a budget-friendly protein option.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive.

lime

🥗Healthier: lemon

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Vinegar can provide acidity at a lower cost.

sesame seeds

🥗Healthier: pumpkin seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds are a more affordable alternative.

1

Spread the prawns onto soaked bamboo skewers.

2

In a small bowl, combine salt, white pepper, Chinese five spice, and black pepper.

3

Sprinkle half the salt mixture evenly over the prawns.

4

In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, lime juice, ginger, and coriander to make the ginger-lime mayonnaise.

5

Add one tablespoon of hot water to the mayonnaise mixture and stir to combine.

6

Lightly spray the prawns with olive oil spray.

7

Cook the prawns on the grill for 2 minutes on each side or until lightly charred and cooked through.

8

Arrange cucumber, chili (if using), and spring onion curls on a serving platter.

9

Top the platter with prawns and sprinkle with the remaining salt mixture.

10

Serve immediately with the ginger-lime mayonnaise.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrilling

Equipment Needed

grillsmall bowlbamboo skewers

Spice Level:

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Allergens

shellfish

Also Known As

Salt and Pepper Shrimp SkewersPrawn Skewers with Salt and Pepper

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