BBQ Prawns

Recipe reprinted with permission from ZESPRI kiwifruit

Ingredients

 * 6 kiwi fruit, peeled and cut in chunks
 * 500 grams (1 lb) king prawns
 * 1½ tbsp sesame oil
 * finely grated zest rind of lemon
 * 1 tbsp basil leaves, finely chopped
 * 1 tbsp coriander (cilantro) leaves, finely chopped
 * 1 tsp soy sauce
 * salt and freshly ground black pepper
 * couscous to serve (optional)

Directions

 * 1) Peel the prawns, leaving their tails on.
 * 2) In a medium-sized bowl, combine the sesame oil, lemon zest, herbs, soy sauce and seasonings. Add the prawns. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours.
 * 3) Pre-heat the grill or barbecue.
 * 4) Thread prawns and kiwi fruit onto skewers. Brush the kiwi with a little extra oil.
 * 5) Place the kebabs on the grill or barbecue and cook for 1-2 minutes each side, until the prawns are just cooked.
 * 6) Serve hot on a bed of couscous.