The Best Garlic Prawns (Spanish Chilli and Garlic Prawns)
These Spanish-style garlic prawns are superb, made with red chili pepper and a garlic and lemon butter sauce. This easy and quick dish comes with tips!
Servings: 3
Calories: 268kcal
Cost: £1.41
Ingredients
- 60 g butter (£1.69/4)=(£0.42)
- 200 g raw & peeled uncooked king prawns, defrosted at room temp (£1.99)
- 5-6 cloves of garlic, finely chopped (£0.39)
- 1-2 fresh chillies, deseeded & finely chopped (£0.55)
- Juice of ½ -1 lemon £0.30
- Handful of fresh parsley, roughly chopped (£0.60)
Cupboard Essentials
- ½ tsp paprika optional
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt & Pepper
Instructions
Note: the amount of lemon juice is down to your preference - I think this dish can handle a lot, so I use the juice of a whole lemon!
- Start by adding butter into a large frying pan over a medium heat. Once melted, add the extra virgin olive oil, garlic and chillies.
- Fry for two minutes, then add the prawns and distribute evenly across the pan. Increase the heat to high and cook the prawns for 2 minutes on the first side, then rotate and cook for 1 more minute. Add the paprika for this remaining minute if you’re using it.
- Kill the heat, then add the lemon juice and stir to coat all of the prawns. Season generously with salt and pepper and top with fresh parsley.
Notes
- Prevent the butter from burning by adding extra virgin olive oil, ensuring optimal flavor in the prawn recipe.
- Achieve even cooking by placing prawns in a flat, single layer in the pan, promoting consistent doneness and preventing under/overcooked prawns.
- Keep close eye on the prawns to prevent overcooking, as prolonged cooking can result in a rubbery texture; stay attentive to ensure a perfect garlic prawn dish.
Nutrition
Calories: 268kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 22g