Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
8 clove

garlic

chopped

0.5 cup

onion

chopped

0.5 cup

red bell peppers

chopped

1 handful

cilantro leaves

chopped

0.5 cup

fresh oregano leaves

chopped

0.25 cup

white vinegar

to taste

1 unit

lime juice

juiced, to taste

1 pinch

red pepper flakes

to taste

0.67 cup

olive oil

1 pinch

Kosher salt

1 pinch

freshly ground black pepper

4 unit

black tiger prawns

thawed, cleaned, deveined

1 unit

Skewers

1.5 tsp

Worcestershire sauce

3 tsp

Sriracha rooster sauce

4 tsp

prepared kosher horseradish

0.25 cup

lemon juice

1 tbsp

kosher salt

1.5 cup

ketchup

Step 1
~3 min

Pulse garlic, onion, red pepper, cilantro, oregano, white vinegar, lime juice, and red pepper flakes in a food processor.

Step 2
~3 min

Transfer the mixture to a bowl.

Step 3
~3 min

Whisk in olive oil; adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, vinegar, and lime juice to taste.

Step 4
~3 min

Taste the sauce with bread.

Step 5
~3 min

Reserve half the sauce for marinade.

Step 6
~3 min

Clean and devein prawns.

Step 7
~3 min

Skewer each prawn lengthwise.

Step 8
~3 min

Arrange four skewered prawns in a row.

Step 9
~3 min

Secure them together with another skewer perpendicular to the first.

Step 10
~3 min

Repeat until all prawns are skewered in groups of four.

Step 11
~3 min

Brush with chimichurri and marinate for 2 hours.

Step 12
~3 min

Preheat grill (outdoor or pan).

Step 13
~3 min

Grill the skewered shrimp, brushing with more chimichurri.

Step 14
~3 min

Flip skewers and repeat brushing.

Step 15
~3 min

Cook until prawns are opaque, about 5 minutes per side.

Step 16
~3 min

Remove skewers from grill.

Step 17
~3 min

Combine cocktail sauce ingredients in a bowl.

Step 18
~3 min

Pour sauce into shot glasses.

Step 19
~3 min

Top with a prawn and garnish with a chive (optional).

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinate the prawns for at least 2 hours for maximum flavor.

Do not overcook the prawns, as they will become rubbery.

Serve immediately after grilling.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Chimichurri can be made ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong (Garlic, Herbs)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as an appetizer with lime wedges.

Serve with a side of grilled vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled Corn
Avocado Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Argentina/USA

Cultural Significance

Chimichurri is a staple in Argentinian cuisine. Sriracha is a popular American hot sauce.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Summer barbecues
Fiestas

Occasion Tags

BBQ
Party
Summer
Celebration

Popularity Score

75/100