Description
These Chilli, Bacon & Butterflied Prawn Skewers are smoky, spicy, and packed with bold flavor. Juicy prawns wrapped in crispy bacon and brushed with a chili glaze make an irresistible appetizer or barbecue favorite, perfect for sharing at any summer gathering or party.
Ingredients
Skewers
- 16 large prawns, peeled, deveined, and butterflied
- 8 slices streaky bacon, halved
- 8 skewers
Glaze
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon sweet chili sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat to ensure it’s hot enough to crisp the bacon and cook the prawns evenly.
- Prepare the prawns: Wrap each butterflied prawn with half a slice of streaky bacon, then thread them onto the skewers carefully to hold everything together during grilling.
- Make the glaze: In a small bowl, combine olive oil, sweet chili sauce, smoked paprika, chili flakes, minced garlic, and season with salt and black pepper. Stir well to blend all the flavors.
- Brush the skewers: Generously brush the prepared glaze all over the prawn and bacon skewers to infuse them with smoky-spicy flavor and help caramelize during cooking.
- Grill the skewers: Place the skewers on the preheated grill and cook for 3 to 4 minutes on each side, or until the bacon is crispy and the prawns are thoroughly cooked and opaque.
- Serve: Remove from the grill and serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges for squeezing over the top, enhancing the vibrant flavors.
Notes
- Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.
- Adjust the amount of chili flakes according to your preferred spice level.
- These skewers are delicious served alongside garlic aioli or a fresh green salad for a complete appetizer or light meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Australian
