Spicy Lime Grilled Prawns

Ingredients

• 48 large tiger prawns, peeled and de-veined
• 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 (soaked in water for 30 minutes if wood)

Instructions

1. Place the prawns and lime zest in a large, non-metallic bowl.
2. 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.
3. Pour over the bowl of prawns, and stir to coat.
4. Cover, and refrigerate for 4 hours.
5. Heat grill for medium-high heat.
6. Thread prawns onto skewers, piercing each first through the tail, and then the head.
7. Brush grill grate with oil.
8. Grill prawns for 5 minutes, or until opaque, turning to cook evenly.