Big M's Spicy Lime Grilled Prawns

INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)
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


DIRECTIONS
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.
FOOTNOTES
British English recipe for Spicy Lime Barbecued Prawns.
French recipe for Crevettes marinees au citron vert au barbecue.
Australian recipe for Spicy Lime Barbecued Prawns.

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