Marinated Shrimp Barbecue/Asian Style Barbecued Shrimp

Here is one great grilling marinate for shrimp on the shell. By cooking it this way, it ensures an even cooking while keeping the flesh moist. I love to combine all the fragrant herbs found in Asian groceries balancing it with other condiments to come up with that final product. The individual ingredients by themselves don't create that zing but if you combine them it magically creates that layer of flavor but not overpowering the taste of the shrimp or prawns.

Marinade
Coconut milk/cream
cilantro - leaves and stalk - chopped
Green onions - white and green parts chopped
Lemongrass - white part only - chopped
Paprika -
juice of 1 lime, then add the fruit into the marinade
Garlic - minced
Fish Sauce - the one I use is Thai brand - Tiparos
If using Philippine style fish sauce add a spoonful of brown sugar
Olive oil for basting
Put all the ingredients together with the exception of the olive oil. Then marinade the shrimp/prawns for no less than 30 minutes or longer than an hour

Before grilling - remove all the marinade and brush each prawn with olive oil.
Continue basting the shellfish with the marinade until the shells turn pink. Be careful not to overcook them or they will turn tough.
Use barbecue sticks if desired but I prefer to barbecue them individually to keep them intact when serving.
Serve with Coconut rice ( Recipe follows)

Rice
coconut milk
fish sauce
fried shallots

Cook the rice the regular way, but substitute one third of the liquid with coconut milk. Season with fish sauce. When tasting the liquid, ensure that enough seasoning is added. Right before serving top with crispy fried shallots.