Smokey Paprika Scampi
Do you love seafood but feel like you're always preparing it the same way? Then you need to try my Smokey Paprika Scampi recipe! It's a simple but delicious way to elevate fresh seafood to a new level of smoky, tangy goodness. Plus, it's incredibly easy to prepare and takes only a few minutes to cook, making it the perfect choice for a quick and flavorful weeknight meal or a fun weekend dinner party with friends.
To make this recipe, you'll need some fresh scampi or tiger prawns, garlic, smoked paprika, lemon zest and juice, and olive oil. Mix up the marinade, coat the scampi, and then grill them under a heated grill or cook them on a hot griddle pan or BBQ. The end result is a beautifully charred and flavorful seafood dish that's perfect for any occasion. So why not try my Smokey Paprika Scampi recipe today and add a little extra zest to your seafood game!
Smokey Paprika Scampi
Serves 2
Recipe
6 scampi, halved and cleaned. If you can't find scampi, substitute with large tiger prawns
3 cloves of garlic, minced
2 tsp smoked paprika
zest of 1 lemon
juice of 1/2 a lemon
1/4 cup olive oil
Method
In a bowl, mix the garlic, paprika, lemon, zest and oil together. Dip the scampi in the marinade and coat thoroughly.
There are two ways to cook the marinated scampi. Either place the scampi on a baking tray lined with baking paper, and place under a heated grill for 3-4 minutes, until the scampi turns white and starts to char just slightly, or cook on a hot griddle pan or the hot plate of the BBQ (no need for oil) for 3 - 4 minutes.