Method

1

1 Cut artichokes in half lengthways. Using a teaspoon, scoop out hairy chokes from centres of artichoke hearts. Cut each artichoke half lengthways into 3 wedges. Place artichoke in a bowl and cover with water. Add lemon juice.

2

2 To make gremolata, combine lemon rind, parsley, garlic and oil in a bowl. Season to taste.

3

3 Preheat a chargrill or barbecue on high. Alternately thread 3 artichoke wedges and 2 prawns onto a bamboo skewer. Repeat with remaining artichoke and prawns to make eight skewers. Drizzle with extra oil and season. Cook for 2-3 mins each side, until prawns are opaque and artichoke is tender. Brush prawn skewers with gremolata, arrange on a platter and serve.

Prep Time20 minsCook Time5 minsYields1 Serving

This dish is so simple, and it makes a great starter. To boost the flavour, marinate the skewers in half the gremolata overnight.

CategoryDifficultyIntermediate
 

Ingredients

 4 Large globe artichokes, stems trimmed, hard outer leaves removed grated
 Rind and juice of 2 lemons
 1 Finely chopped flat leaf parsley
 1 Garlic clove, finely chopped
 ¼ cup Extra virgin olive oil, plus extra to drizzle (60ml)
 16 Green king prawns, peeled, deveined, tails intact

Ingredients

 4 Large globe artichokes, stems trimmed, hard outer leaves removed grated
 Rind and juice of 2 lemons
 1 Finely chopped flat leaf parsley
 1 Garlic clove, finely chopped
 ¼ cup Extra virgin olive oil, plus extra to drizzle (60ml)
 16 Green king prawns, peeled, deveined, tails intact

Directions

1

1 Cut artichokes in half lengthways. Using a teaspoon, scoop out hairy chokes from centres of artichoke hearts. Cut each artichoke half lengthways into 3 wedges. Place artichoke in a bowl and cover with water. Add lemon juice.

2

2 To make gremolata, combine lemon rind, parsley, garlic and oil in a bowl. Season to taste.

3

3 Preheat a chargrill or barbecue on high. Alternately thread 3 artichoke wedges and 2 prawns onto a bamboo skewer. Repeat with remaining artichoke and prawns to make eight skewers. Drizzle with extra oil and season. Cook for 2-3 mins each side, until prawns are opaque and artichoke is tender. Brush prawn skewers with gremolata, arrange on a platter and serve.

Prawn and Artichoke Skewers with Gremolata