Grilled Prawns with Chilli Mayo and Pistachio Dukkah

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-09 · Updated 2026-06-09

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Tender grilled prawns served with a spicy chilli mayonnaise and crunchy pistachio dukkah for a vibrant Aussie seafood dish. This Australian-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs large raw prawns, olive oil, smoked paprika for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Australian cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

400 g, peeled and deveined large raw prawns
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tbsp sriracha sauce
1/4 cup, shelled and chopped pistachios
2 tbsp sesame seeds
1 tbsp cumin seeds
1 tsp dried thyme

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. In a bowl, toss 400 g peeled and deveined prawns with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
Step 2: Thread prawns onto skewers and grill for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and just cooked through. Remove from heat.
Step 3: In a small bowl, mix 1/2 cup mayonnaise with 1 tbsp sriracha sauce until smooth to make the chilli mayo.
Step 4: In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast 1/4 cup chopped pistachios, 2 tbsp sesame seeds, 1 tbsp cumin seeds, and 1 tsp dried thyme for 3-4 minutes until fragrant and golden. Let cool.
Step 5: Serve grilled prawns on a platter with a side of chilli mayo and sprinkle pistachio dukkah over the top for added crunch and flavor.