Cajun Prawn Skewers With a Creamy Avocado Sauce

Name: Cajun Prawn Skewers With a Creamy Avocado Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 20 large uncooked prawns; 2 tablespoons cajun seasoning (more or less depending on how spicy you like it.); 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; 50 ml olive oil; 1 large avocado; 2 tablespoons sour cream; 2 tablespoons mayonnaise; 1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce; ½ teaspoon garlic powder; 1 tablespoon fresh coriander, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Servings: persons

20 large uncooked prawns
2 tablespoons cajun seasoning (more or less depending on how spicy you like it.)
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 garlic cloves, crushed
50 ml olive oil
1 large avocado
2 tablespoons sour cream
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon fresh coriander, finely chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice

1
Peel prawns, if not already and devein.
2
In a large bowl combine all the marinade ingredients, add prawns, toss to coat thoroughly, marinade for 1hr or until needed.
3
Thread prawns onto 4 skewers (soak skewers in water for 30 Min's prior to using, to prevent burning.
4
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5
Cook skewers on the BBQ, under the grill or in a pan until prawns are pink and cooked through, baste a couple of times during cooking.
6
Serve with sauce on the side.
7
Creamy Avocado Sauce.
8
Blend or process ingredients until well combined.
9
To serve: Place prawns atop some salad greens on a plate, serve avocado in separate dipping bowls on the side, and a bowl of salad.

265

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 20 large uncooked prawns, 2 tablespoons cajun seasoning (more or less depending on how spicy you like it.), 2 teaspoons ground cumin, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, and more.

Yes, Cajun Prawn Skewers With a Creamy Avocado Sauce falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!