Tandoori Prawns

Step 1

Pat the prawns dry with a paper towel by pressing each one gently against the paper to remove surface moisture, which helps the spice paste stick better.

Step 2

Pour the yogurt into a medium bowl, then add the tandoori spice blend, lime juice, minced garlic, and salt.

Step 3

Stir the marinade with a spoon until all ingredients are evenly mixed and the spices are fully dissolved into a smooth, orange-red paste.

Step 4

Add the dried prawns to the bowl and use your fingers or a spoon to coat each prawn thoroughly with the marinade on all sides.

Step 5

Set the oven to broil on high heat and place a wire rack on a sheet pan, then slide it into the oven to preheat for 3 minutes.

Step 6

Arrange the marinated prawns on the preheated wire rack in a single layer, spacing them so they don't touch.

Step 7

Broil the prawns 4 to 6 inches below the heating element for 3 to 4 minutes, until the edges turn orange-red and the paste begins to look slightly charred.

Step 8

Flip each prawn using tongs and broil for another 2 to 3 minutes, until the second side is also orange-red and the prawns curl slightly when poked.

Step 9

Remove the sheet pan from the oven and transfer the prawns to a serving plate.