Basil Shrimp for the Barbecue

• Total Time: 1 hrs 6 mins
• Prep Time: 1 hrs
• Cook Time: 6 mins

Ingredients:

Serves: 2-4

Yield: 12.0 shrrrrr ...

• 12 large tiger shrimp , peeled and de-veined
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 ounces unsalted butter , melted
• 4 cloves garlic , crushed
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons freshly chopped basil leaves
• 1 large lemon , juice only
• salt , to taste
• white pepper , to taste

Directions:

1. Place the olive oil, melted butter, lemon juice, mustard, basil, garlic, and salt and pepper in a shallow dish and mix until well blended.
2. Add the prawns and toss to coat; cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
3. Remove the prawns from the marinade and thread on skewers.
4. Cook over medium coals for 2-3 minutes on each side, basting with any remaining marinade from time to time.
5. Serve immediately.