BARBECUED GRILLED LOBSTER AND PRAWNS

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Barbecued Grilled Lobster and Prawns image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h38m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 1/2 tablespoon chopped fresh coriander
1 garlic clove, chopped
1 lime, zest only
1/2 lime, juice only
1 red chilli, finely chopped
75g/2 3/4 ounces butter, softened
2(2-pound) live lobsters
Oil, for brushing
Lime or lemon wedges, for service
6 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 small bunch fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
24 raw langoustines or tiger prawns (jumbo shrimp), heads and tails intact
Lemon or lime wedges, for service

Steps:

  • For the Lime Chile Coriander Butter: Mix together the coriander, garlic, lime zest and juice, chile and butter until combined. Scrape into a small ramekin and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • For the lobster: Preheat grill over medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
  • To kill the lobsters humanely, set each of them side by side on a board in front of you, claws facing towards the right. On top of the lobster shell, you'll see a cross shape just below the head. Stick the point of a sharp, heavy knife at the cross and push it through to the board. The lobster will be killed instantly. Afterwards, take the knife and slice down the middle of the lobster, lengthwise. Repeat with the second lobster.
  • Look at the insides of the lobsters. Remove and discard what you see in the sac behind the eyes, then you will see the little pale-colored claws. Pull those from the shells, and discard them as well. Remove, and reserve the green stuff, which, despite appearances, is a delicacy called the tomalley, the lobster liver. Cook's Note: You'll need to saute the tomalley gently if you want to eat it, as it will simply burn on the barbecue or griddle. Treat similarly any coral sac you may find, as this is the lobster roe.
  • Remove the claws as they cook since they coagulate at different rates compared to the rest of the lobster. Crack them open by hitting them with a sharp knife to help the heat penetrate the flesh. Place the lobster claws on the searing-hot grill, and cook for 6 minutes, then turn and add the lobster halves, cut-side down, to the grill. Cook the halves for 3 minutes, then turn them, and cook for another 2 minutes. The claws take another 6 minutes on their second side, so the pieces should be ready at the same time.
  • If you are using a griddle, get your griddle pan as hot as possible, and paint the lobsters with oil before setting them in the pan. The cooking times will be the same. The lobster will turn from bluish-black to bright orange when cooked. Serve the finished product with lemon or lime wedges.
  • For the prawns:
  • Mix together the oil, vinegar, garlic, parsley, and adjust the seasonings with salt, and black pepper. Pull the heads from the prawns and remove the little legs.
  • Cook's note: You can either discard these trimmings or use them to make fish stock.
  • With a sharp knife, make a shallow cut down the back of each prawn and, with your finger or a cocktail stick, discard the black vein. Add the tails to the oil and vinegar mixture, cover, and leave them to marinate in the refrigerator for about 1 hour. Meanwhile, if you intend to cook the prawns on wooden skewers, soak the skewers in cold water while the prawns marinate to prevent the skewers from burning on the grill.
  • Preheat the broiler or preheat a griddle on medium-high heat.
  • Remove the prawns from their marinade, and cook them either on the soaked wooden skewers on a very hot grill or under a hot broiler. Alternatively, grill them in a searing griddle pan. In either case, the prawns should cook for 3 minutes per side, and baste them with the marinade throughout the process. Serve the prawns or shrimp with lemon or lime wedges.

Kqbugho
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This recipe is a must-try! The lobster and prawns were cooked perfectly, and the marinade was incredibly flavorful. I highly recommend it.


GabFims World
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Absolutely delicious! The lobster and prawns were cooked to perfection, and the marinade was divine. I'll definitely be making this again soon.


lisa snyder
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This dish was a total showstopper! The lobster and prawns were cooked perfectly, and the marinade added a delightful depth of flavor. I highly recommend this recipe for any special occasion.


Carrington Key
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Wow! This recipe is a game-changer! The lobster and prawns were cooked to perfection, and the marinade was absolutely bursting with flavor. I'm already planning on making this again next weekend.


Brandy Parish
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The lobster and prawns were tender and juicy, and the marinade added a wonderful flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and impressive seafood di


Tayyab Janjua
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I followed the recipe exactly, and the results were fantastic. The lobster and prawns were cooked perfectly, and the marinade added a delicious flavor. I served it with grilled vegetables and a side of lemon butter sauce, and it was a hit with my fam


Ashokraj Ashokaraj
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This recipe is a keeper! The lobster and prawns were cooked perfectly, and the marinade was spot-on. I loved the combination of flavors, with the garlic, lemon, and herbs really shining through. I'll definitely be making this again soon.


Peter Skippers
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Just made this recipe for a special occasion dinner, and it was a huge success! The lobster and prawns were cooked to perfection, and the marinade gave them a wonderful flavor. The presentation was also very impressive, with the seafood arranged beau


Amanullah Jakhrani
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I've tried this recipe twice now, and it's quickly become a favorite. The lobster and prawns are always cooked perfectly, and the marinade is simply divine. I love serving this dish with grilled vegetables and a side of lemon butter sauce.


Thandeka Emmie
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This dish was a hit at my last dinner party! The combination of lobster and prawns was luxurious, and the marinade gave them an irresistible flavor. I especially appreciated the detailed instructions in the recipe, which made the cooking process a br


N.A.R Bhatti
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Wow, what a fantastic recipe! The lobster and prawns turned out amazingly well, with a perfect balance of flavors. The marinade really made all the difference, infusing the seafood with a delightful blend of herbs and spices. I also loved the additio


Margarita Serrano
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This grilled lobster and prawn dish was an absolute delight! The seafood was cooked to perfection, tender and juicy, with a slightly smoky flavor from the grill. The marinade added a wonderful depth of flavor, with hints of garlic, lemon, and herbs.