Sharp Spiced Prawn Kebabs with Stir-fry Vegetables

(SERVES 4)

• 15 ml/1 tbsp cumin seeds
• Grated rind and juice of 1 lemon
• 15 ml/1 tbsp snipped chives
• 1 small garlic clove, crushed
• 15 ml/1 tbsp chopped parsley
• A pinch of artificial sweetener granules
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 50 g/2 oz/ ¼ cup low-fat spread, melted
• 450 g/1 1b large raw prawns (shrimp)

TO serve:

• Stir-fried Vegetables

Lightly toast the cumin seeds in a dry frying pan (skillet). Crush in a pestle and mortal or in a bowl with the end of a rolling pin. Mix with the remaining ingredients except the prawns. Thread the prawns on soaked wooden skewers and put in a single layer in a shallow dish. Spoon the spice and herb mixture over. Leave to marinate for 2 hours. Transfer to a grill (broiler) rack and grill (broil) for about 8 minutes, turning frequently, until cooked through and sizzling. Heat any remaining marinade and brush over during cooking. Serve with stir-fried Vegetables.