Grilled Shrimp in Lemon Leaves---Gamberoni Alle Foglie di Limone

1. 1

   Preheat the grill or broiler.

2. 2

   In a small saucepan, heat 1 cup olive oil to almost boiling, the remove from heat and add the juice and zest of 2 lemons, 1/2 teaspoon salt, the Sambucca and 2 teaspoons fennel seeds.

3. 3

   Cover the pan and let rest for 30 minutes.

4. 4

   Meanwhile, place the prawns in a large bowl.

5. 5

   In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup olive oil, juice and zest of 1 lemon, 1/2 teaspoon salt and crushed fennel seeds and mix well.

6. 6

   Pour this mixture over the prawns and rub each prawn with the mixture to coat well.

7. 7

   Return the scented oil to the stove and heat gently until it is very warm but not hot.

8. 8

   Wrap 2 prawns in each lemon leaf, securing each packet with toothpicks.

9. 9

   Grill or broil each packet for 2 minutes.

10. 10

    Turn the packets with tongs and grill for 1 minute on the other side.

11. 11

    Serve immediately with the warmed oil.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.