Mariscada a la Barbacoa

Mariscada a la Barbacoa is a vibrant Spanish BBQ dish that combines fresh seafood with a smoky, flavorful marinade. This paleo-friendly recipe brings the essence of the Mediterranean to your grill, perfect for seafood lovers.

Ingredients

• Prawns - 200 grams
• Mussels - 200 grams
• Calamari - 150 grams, cleaned and sliced
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Smoked paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin - 1/2 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
2. Add the prawns, mussels, and calamari to the bowl and toss to coat them evenly with the marinade. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
4. Thread the marinated seafood onto skewers for easy grilling (if using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes beforehand).
5. Grill the skewers for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the prawns are pink and opaque, and the mussels have opened up.
6. Remove from the grill and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 5 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 26 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health.

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