New Orleans-Style BBQ Prawns
Peer reviewed by UK recipe editorsAuthored by UK recipe editorsOriginally published 28 Jan 2026
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This New Orleans-style BBQ prawns recipe brings the vibrant, spicy flavours of the French Quarter straight to your kitchen. Despite the name, these prawns are sautéed rather than grilled, bathed in a rich, savoury sauce made with amber ale, zesty lemon, and a kick of Creole seasoning. Leaving the heads and tails on ensures a deep, shellfish complexity that makes this high-protein dish feel truly indulgent and authentic.
Perfect as a sophisticated starter or a casual main course, this recipe is designed for those who enjoy bold, peppery notes and a touch of heat. Serve it in the traditional way with a warm loaf of crusty French bread to mop up every drop of the buttery, beer-infused sauce. It is a quick yet impressive meal that is ideal for a weekend treat or a lively dinner party.
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Ingredients for New Orleans-Style BBQ Prawns
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic
450g jumbo Louisiana prawns, peeled, leaving heads and tails on
45ml Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon Crystal hot sauce
Juice of 1 lemon
2 teaspoons Creole seasoning
1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more to taste
1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
150g Abita or other amber beer
1 teaspoon minced rosemary leaves
1 loaf French bread, thickly sliced on the diagonal and warmed
How to make New Orleans-Style BBQ Prawns
Back to contentsIn a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté the garlic until lightly browned and fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the prawns and cook for 1 minute on each side. Increase the heat to high and add the Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, lemon juice, Creole seasoning, salt, and pepper. Sauté for 2 minutes, then remove the prawns from skillet.
Add the beer and rosemary and stir to deglaze the pan. Cook until reduced by half, about 5 minutes. Return the prawns to the pan and quickly toss to coat the prawns in the sauce, but do not overcook. Serve immediately with the bread.
Disclaimer
While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.
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28 Jan 2026 | Originally published
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UK recipe editors
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