Savor the Best Labor Day Grilled Prawns with Okra

This Labor Day Grilled Prawns with Okra recipe is a quick, flavorful dish perfect for summer gatherings.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 6

Total Time 21

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 200

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Prawns

1 pound prawns peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons olive oil helps the spices stick
1 teaspoon smoked paprika provides smoky depth
1 teaspoon cumin adds warmth and earthiness
1 teaspoon chili powder adds a hint of heat
2 cloves garlic minced
1 lime lime juice juice of one lime
salt to taste
pepper to taste

For the Okra

1 cup okra preferably fresh and cut lengthwise
fresh cilantro for garnishing
lime wedges for serving

Equipment

Grill
skewers
mixing bowl
tongs

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a medium bowl, combine prawns with olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, garlic, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Marinate for at least 15 minutes.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, about 375°F to 450°F (190°C to 232°C). Clean and lightly oil the grill grates.
Thread marinated prawns onto skewers, spacing them evenly. Optionally, add okra pieces to the skewers.
Grill skewered prawns and okra for 2-3 minutes on one side. Flip and grill for another 2-3 minutes until cooked.
Remove skewers from the grill, garnish with cilantro, and serve immediately with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 24gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, allow prawns to marinate for at least 15 minutes and avoid overcrowding the skewers to ensure even cooking.

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