GRILLED TIGER PRAWNS WITH HUNAN SAUCE

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You can put the prawns on skewers or cook them in a grill basket if your grill has large openings between rows. If using bamboo skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to keep them from burning. NOTE: You can use a mix of fresh herbs, depending on your tastes, i.e. fresh mint, basil, etc.

Provided by Mikekey *

Categories     Seafood

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 lb tiger prawns, extra large
3 large limes
1 c hoisin sauce
1/3 c oyster sauce
1/4 c soy sauce, low sodium
1/4 c dry sherry
1/4 c honey
1 Tbsp black bean sauce
1 Tbsp chili sauce
1/4 c fresh gingerroot, peeled and minced
10 clove garlic, peeled and minced
2 shallots, peeled and minced
1/2 c fresh cilantro, chopped (see note)

Steps:

  • 1. Remove shells and devein the prawns. Leave tails on.
  • 2. Zest and juice the limes. Combine with the other ingredients, except prawns.
  • 3. Place prawns in a zipper-type pastic bag and pour marinade over them. Mix well to coat prawns, seal and let marinate 15-20 minutes.
  • 4. If using skewers, thread prawns on them. Pour remaining marinade into a small saucepan. Bring marinade to a low boil for 30 seconds. Keep warm.
  • 5. Grill prawns for 5-10 minutes, turning once, until they turn pink and opaque.
  • 6. To serve prawns, place on a platter and pour heated marinade over them, or serve marinade as a dipping sauce.

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