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Air Fryer Fancy Prawn Kebabs With Coriander Sauce - Easy, Fresh, and Flavor-Packed

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Prawns: 1 lb (450 g) large raw prawns, peeled and deveined, tails on or off
  • Skewers: Metal or soaked wooden skewers
  • For the marinade: 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice (or lemon)
  • 3 garlic cloves, finely grated or minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • For the coriander sauce: 1 packed cup fresh coriander (cilantro) leaves and tender stems
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (or coconut yogurt for dairy-free)
  • 1 small green chili or 1/2 jalapeño, seeded for less heat
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt to taste
  • 2–3 tablespoons water to loosen, as needed
  • Optional add-ons for skewers: Bell peppers, red onion, cherry tomatoes, or zucchini, cut into bite-size pieces
  • To serve: Lime wedges, extra coriander, warm flatbreads or rice

Method
 

  1. Prep the prawns: Pat prawns dry with paper towels. Dry prawns sear better and won’t steam in the air fryer.
  2. Make the marinade: In a bowl, mix olive oil, lime juice, garlic, ground coriander, smoked paprika, cumin, chili flakes, salt, and pepper.
  3. Toss and rest: Add prawns to the bowl and coat well. Let sit for 10–15 minutes at room temperature while you make the sauce. Don’t over-marinate.
  4. Blend the coriander sauce: In a blender or food processor, add coriander, yogurt, chili, garlic, lime juice, olive oil, cumin, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth. Thin with water to a drizzleable consistency. Taste and adjust salt or lime.
  5. Build the kebabs: Thread prawns onto skewers, curling each into a “C” so they’re snug. If using vegetables, alternate them between prawns. Leave a little space for airflow.
  6. Preheat the air fryer: Set to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes. Lightly oil the basket or use a perforated parchment liner.
  7. Cook: Arrange skewers in a single layer. Air fry for 5–7 minutes, flipping halfway. Prawns are done when pink, opaque, and just firm. Avoid overcooking.
  8. Finish and serve: Rest skewers for 1 minute, then plate with coriander sauce, lime wedges, and your sides. Drizzle a little sauce over the kebabs and serve extra on the side.