Tiger Prawns in Garlic Butter
Dive into pure culinary indulgence with this quick and flavorful Tiger Prawns in Garlic Butter recipe. Juicy, tender tiger prawns are sautéed to perfection in a luscious garlic-infused butter sauce, elevated with a hint of fresh parsley, a zing of lemon juice, and optional chili flakes for a spicy kick. Ready in just 20 minutes, this dish is a showstopper for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, pairing beautifully with crusty bread, fluffy rice, or a crisp side salad. Perfectly seasoned and irresistibly aromatic, this recipe is a surefire way to bring the flavors of a gourmet seafood feast to your table.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams Tiger prawns (peeled and deveined, tails intact)
- 100 grams Unsalted butter
- 4 pieces Garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 piece Lemon (juiced)
- 0.5 teaspoons Red chili flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper (freshly ground)
Directions
Step 1
Clean the tiger prawns by rinsing them under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel. Make sure they are peeled and deveined, but the tails can remain intact for presentation.
Step 2
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 3
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
Step 4
Lower the heat slightly and add the butter to the skillet, stirring until fully melted to create your garlic butter base.
Step 5
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the tiger prawns to the skillet in a single layer. Sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and chili flakes (if using).
Step 6
Cook the prawns for 2-3 minutes on each side or until they turn pink and are fully cooked through.
Step 7
Squeeze the juice of one lemon over the prawns and stir to coat them evenly in the butter sauce.
Step 8
Remove from heat and sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the prawns for a burst of color and flavor.
Step 9
Serve the tiger prawns immediately with crusty bread, rice, or a fresh salad on the side.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 703 grams (703.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1510 |
| Total Fat 115.60g | 148% |
| Saturated Fat 54.90g | 275% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g | |
| Cholesterol 1196mg | 399% |
| Sodium 2940mg | 128% |
| Total Carbohydrate 9.70g | 4% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.30g | 5% |
| Total Sugars 1.30g | |
| Protein 122.10g | 244% |
| Vitamin D 760IU | 3800% |
| Calcium 388mg | 30% |
| Iron 3mg | 16% |
| Potassium 1528mg | 33% |
Source of Calories