Big M's Spicy Lime Grilled Prawns recipe

12 servings

48 large tiger prawns, peeled and deveined

4 limes, zested and juiced

4 green chile peppers, seeded and chopped

4 cloves garlic, crushed

1 (2 inch) piece fresh ginger root, chopped

1 medium onion, coarsely chopped

skewers

Place the prawns and lime zest in a large, non-metallic bowl.

Place the lime juice, chile pepper, garlic, ginger, and onion in a food processor or blender, and process until smooth.

You may need to add a little oil to facilitate blending.

Pour over the bowl of prawns, and stir to coat.

Cover, and refrigerate for 4 hours.

Preheat grill for medium-high heat.

Thread prawns onto skewers, piercing each first through the tail, and then the head.

Brush grill grate with oil.

Cook prawns for 5 minutes, turning once, or until opaque.