Tandoori Prawn Skewers
Serves: 4 people
Prep & Cooking: 45 mins
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500g prawns peeled and de-veined.
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1 teaspoon of lemon/lime juice
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2 tablespoon natural Greek yoghurt
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2 teaspoon Tandoori masala
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1 tablespoon Olive Oil
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6-10x Skewers
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1x Red Onion
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Coriander leaves for garnishing
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1 teaspoon ghee/oil (for the charcoal smoke)
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Combine homemade tandoori masala, yogurt, and lemon juice in a bowl. (TIP: Ensure that the mixture has a paste-like consistency.)
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Submerge the skewers you intend to use in a bowl of water and allow them to soak for 15-20 minutes. (TIP: This step is crucial to prevent the wooden skewers from burning during the prawn cooking process.)
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Coat the prawns with tandoori curry paste and let them marinate for 10 minutes.
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While the prawns are marinating, cut 1 red onion into petal like pieces.
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Skewer the prawns and red onions alternately, ensuring a red onion is placed between each prawn.
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Pre-heat a barbeque or grill pan to a high setting.
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Drizzle the barbeque or grill pan with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and place the prawn skewers on the grill.
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Grill the prawns over medium heat for about 2-3 minutes per side, ensuring they acquire beautiful char marks. (TIP: Look for the prawns to turn vibrant orange and curl up. Be vigilant to prevent overcooking, as it can lead to a rubbery texture.)
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Whilst the prawns are cooking, light the charcoal, until smoke is released.
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Place the charcoal in a small dish using BBQ tongs.
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Place the small dish with the charcoal in a plate and surround it with the grilled prawns.
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Add a teaspoon of ghee on the charcoal to release the BBQ smoke and immediately place a lid or cloche over the plate and allow the charcoal smoke to infuse the prawns for at least 5 -10 mins.
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Open the lid/cloche and release the smoke.
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Garnish the prawns fresh coriander leaves, sliced red onion.
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Serve with Mint Yoghurt Sauce, and a lemon wedge.
Ingredients
Method
Tandoori Masala:
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1 tsp Kashmiri chilli powder
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1 tsp Turmeric Powder
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½ tsp Garam Masala
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1 tsp Ginger and Garlic Paste
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Salt to taste
Smoke Component
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1 x piece of Pro Smoke Premium Hardwood Charcoal
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1 set of matches