Grilled Prawns/Shrimp

Many delicious crustaceans are found along West Africa’s coast and in its rivers, including Ghana’s. Grilling is a favored way of preparing them, as in this recipe, which is reminiscent of southern Africa’s peri-peri (or piri piri) prawns or shrimp. One sees grilled prawns frequently being sold as a snack along the roadside near the coast in Ghana. They are also served at buffets with other dishes, or as an upscale party appetizer.

Fresh prawns are plentiful in Ghana,