Garlic Prawns

Dive into the savory allure of Garlic Prawns, a quick and irresistible seafood dish bursting with bold flavors and vibrant aromas! Perfectly seared, juicy prawns are bathed in a luxurious garlic butter sauce, infused with the zing of fresh lemon juice and a hint of spice from chili flakes. This easy, 20-minute recipe combines the richness of butter with the freshness of minced garlic, lemon zest, and parsley, creating a dish that’s both simple and elegant. Whether served as an appetizer, over a bed of pasta, or paired with crusty bread for soaking up every drop of that mouthwatering sauce, Garlic Prawns are sure to become a star at your table. Ideal for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, this recipe celebrates fresh ingredients and bold, Mediterranean-inspired flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams large prawns (peeled and deveined)
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 5 cloves garlic (finely minced)
• 1 lemon (juiced and zested)
• 0.5 teaspoons chili flakes
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the peeled and deveined prawns under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the butter and allow it to melt completely.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, ensuring it does not brown.

Step 4

Increase the heat slightly and add the prawns to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side until they turn pink and start to curl.

Step 5

Flip the prawns and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes on the other side until they are cooked through and opaque.

Step 6

Add the lemon juice, lemon zest, and chili flakes to the skillet. Toss everything to coat the prawns in the garlic butter sauce.

Step 7

Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat and garnish the prawns with the chopped fresh parsley.

Step 9

Serve the garlic prawns immediately, with additional lemon wedges and crusty bread to soak up the sauce if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	654.1 grams (654.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1085

Total Fat 64.90g	83%
Saturated Fat 25.30g	127%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 1068mg	356%
Sodium 1751mg	76%
Total Carbohydrate 12.30g	4%
Dietary Fiber 2.60g	9%
Total Sugars 2.00g
Protein 122.30g	245%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 412mg	32%
Iron 3mg	16%
Potassium 1541mg	33%

*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: 52.0%

Protein: 43.6%

Carbs: 4.4%