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Prawns and Chorizo Mixed Grill

This vibrant prawn and chorizo mixed grill is a sophisticated high-protein dish that brings bold, smoky flavours to your outdoor dining. Combining succulent jumbo prawns with spicy fresh chorizo, the recipe uses a clever two-zone grilling technique to ensure everything from the delicate seafood to the hearty sausages is cooked to perfection. The addition of charred cabbage and seasonal asparagus adds a wonderful crunch and depth of flavour to this impressive summer platter.

Perfect for weekend entertaining or a nutritious midweek feast, this balanced meal is tied together with a zesty, homemade coriander and jalapeño soured cream. The dressing provides a cooling contrast to the heat of the chorizo and chilli-spiced prawns, while fresh lime wedges add a final bright lift. Serve it family-style in the centre of the table for a relaxed, flavour-packed experience that feels truly special.

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Ingredients for Prawns and Chorizo Mixed Grill

  • 1 1/4 cups soured cream

  • 1 cup coriander leaves with tender stems

  • 40g mayonnaise

  • 1 small jalapeño, sliced

  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

  • 1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt

  • 80ml extra-virgin olive oil

  • 60ml fresh lime juice

  • 1 garlic clove, finely grated

  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped coriander

  • 1 teaspoon honey

  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

  • 675g jumbo or large prawns, peeled, deveined

  • 1/2 teaspoons chilli powder

  • 1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt, divided

  • 1 head of green cabbage, cut into 4 wedges

  • 6 links fresh chorizo sausage (about 675g .)

  • Canola oil (for grill)

  • 2 bunches medium or large asparagus, tough ends trimmed

  • Lime wedges (for serving)

Prepare a grill for 2-zone heat (for a charcoal grill, bank two-thirds of coals on two-thirds of grill and scatter remaining coals over remaining area; for a gas grill, set one burner to medium-low heat and the remaining burners to medium-high heat).

Purée soured cream, coriander, mayonnaise, jalapeño, lime juice, and salt in a blender until smooth; chill until ready to use.

Do Ahead: Soured cream sauce can be made 1 day ahead. Keep chilled.

Whisk oil, lime juice, garlic, coriander, honey, and salt in a large bowl.

Toss prawns, chilli powder, and 1 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl.

Grill cabbage wedges over direct heat, turning occasionally, until deeply charred on cut surfaces and crisp-tender, about 20 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board and let cool slightly.

Meanwhile, grill sausages over indirect heat, turning often, until nicely charred and cooked through, 10–15 minutes. Transfer to a platter and cover with a kitchen towel to keep warm.

Lightly oil grill grate. Place asparagus onto grill, orienting them perpendicular to grate so they don’t fall through the gaps. Grill, turning often, until lightly charred and crisp-tender, 5–7 minutes. Transfer to bowl with dressing and toss to coat. Transfer to platter alongside sausages, leaving remaining dressing in bowl.

Oil grate again if needed, then grill prawns over direct heat, turning often, until lightly charred and cooked through, 5–7 minutes. Transfer to platter with sausage.

Slice charred cabbage wedges lengthwise into 1/4"-thick strips, then toss with remaining dressing; season with remaining 1/4 teaspoons salt. Add to platter.

Serve with lime wedges and soured cream sauce alongside.

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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