Saeu Gui (Gochujang Grilled Prawn Skewers)
Juicy king prawns and vegetables on skewers, grilled until charred and brushed with a sticky gochujang glaze.
Made with Gochujang marinade. Make a batch of the base first, then this takes minutes. Skip to the method
- Time30 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £3.69 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Make sure your gochujang marinade is ready (see the base recipe). Soak 8 wooden skewers in cold water for 20 minutes, so they do not burn. Spoon 4 tbsp of marinade into a clean bowl for basting.
- 2
Toss the prawns with the rest of the marinade in a bowl. Leave for 15 minutes in the fridge, no longer, as prawns turn mushy if left.
15 min - 3
Cook the rice in a lidded pan with 450 ml of water for 12 minutes, then rest with the lid on for 10 minutes.
12 min - 4
Thread the prawns, courgette and pepper onto the skewers. Brush the vegetables with the oil.
- 5
Heat a griddle pan or grill to high. Cook the skewers for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, until the prawns are pink and opaque all the way through.
5 min - 6
Brush with the clean basting marinade for the last minute. Serve on rice, scattered with spring onions and sesame seeds, with lime wedges.
Tips
- Do not marinate prawns for more than 30 minutes. The acid and salt change the texture.
- Cook the prawns until pink and curled. A C shape means cooked, tight O shape means overdone.
- Keep a separate clean pot of glaze for basting, so cooked food never touches the raw prawn marinade.
Storing and freezing
Best eaten fresh. Cool leftovers within 1 hour and keep in the fridge for up to 1 day. Eat cold in a salad rather than reheating prawns.
Questions
Can I use frozen prawns?
Yes. Thaw them fully in the fridge overnight, then pat dry before marinating.
Can I cook these in the oven?
Yes. Roast the skewers on a lined tray at 220C for 8 to 10 minutes, turning once, then brush with the clean glaze.
What can I use instead of prawns?
Cubed salmon or chunks of firm tofu work well. Salmon needs 6 to 8 minutes, tofu 8 to 10 minutes.
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