Garlic and White Wine Prawns

Elevate your seafood game with this mouthwatering recipe for Garlic and White Wine Prawns, a quick and elegant dish perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Tender, juicy prawns are sautéed in a luscious blend of olive oil, butter, and minced garlic, then simmered in a tangy dry white wine reduction with a hint of lemon juice for brightness. A touch of red chili flakes adds optional heat, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley brings a burst of color and freshness to the plate. Ready in just 20 minutes, this versatile dish can be served as a starter with crusty bread to soak up every drop of the flavorful sauce or as a main course over pasta or rice. With its irresistible combination of garlic, citrus, and wine-infused seafood, this recipe is guaranteed to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Large prawns, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 4 units Garlic cloves, minced
• 125 milliliters Dry white wine (e.g., Sauvignon Blanc)
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper, freshly ground
• 0.25 teaspoons Red chili flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the prawns by ensuring they are peeled, deveined, and patted dry with a paper towel. Set them aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until the butter melts and starts to bubble slightly.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until it becomes fragrant but not browned.

Step 4

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the prawns to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2 minutes on one side until they start turning pink.

Step 5

Flip the prawns and cook for another 1-2 minutes on the other side. Remove the prawns from the skillet and set them aside on a plate.

Step 6

Pour the white wine into the skillet, scraping the bottom with a wooden spoon to deglaze and release any flavorful bits. Allow the wine to reduce by half, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 7

Stir in the lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes (if using). Simmer for another minute.

Step 8

Return the prawns to the skillet and toss them in the sauce to coat. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the prawns are fully cooked through.

Step 9

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving. Serve immediately as a standalone dish, with crusty bread for dipping, or over pasta or rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	734.9 grams (734.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1083

Total Fat 53.70g	69%
Saturated Fat 18.90g	95%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 1007mg	336%
Sodium 1752mg	76%
Total Carbohydrate 11.60g	4%
Dietary Fiber 1.20g	4%
Total Sugars 2.00g
Protein 121.60g	243%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 409mg	31%
Iron 3mg	16%
Potassium 1579mg	34%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.6%

Protein: 47.9%

Carbs: 4.6%