Buttery Chilli Prawns

Buttery Chilli Prawns
  • Author: Anonymous

These succulent garlicky prawns will transport you to a coastal tavern with every bite. A sizzle of butter and oil perfumed with garlic, chilli, and paprika envelops fresh king prawns, coaxing out their sweet flavors. A squeeze of lemon brightens up the dish, while a shower of parsley adds a burst of freshness. To savor this savory delight, roll up your sleeves, grab some crusty bread, and dive in with your fingers for a truly indulgent experience.

— Constant Cookbook

Ingredients

  • 25g butter
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves , finely chopped
  • 1 red chilli , seeds left in and finely chopped
  • ½ tsp sweet paprika
  • 12-20 large raw king prawns with shells
  • juice 1 lemon , plus a few slices for a finger bowl
  • ½ x small bunch parsley , roughly chopped
  • small loaf crusty bread , warmed to serve

Instructions

  • Melt the butter and oil together in a frying pan. Add the garlic, chilli and paprika, then fry for 1-2 mins until starting to turn golden. Turn up the heat, throw in the prawns and fry for a few mins, stirring, until all the prawns turn pink. Take off the heat, season and stir in the lemon juice and parsley.
  • Add some lemon slices to a finger bowl of warm water, grab a bowl for the shells, then dig straight in with your fingers and hunks of crusty bread.

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Cook Time

8M

Prep Time

PT15M

Yield

Serves 2

Nutrition

  • Calories: 237 calories
  • Fat Content: 22 grams fat
  • Saturated Fat Content: 8 grams saturated fat
  • Carbohydrate Content: 2 grams carbohydrates
  • Sugar Content: 1 grams sugar
  • Fiber Content: 1 grams fiber
  • Protein Content: 9 grams protein
  • Sodium Content: 1.6 milligram of sodium