Prawn And Bacon Tortillas
This recipe combines succulent prawns, crisp bacon, and colorful vegetables, all wrapped up in a warm tortilla for a delightful meal bursting with flavors and textures. Each bite offers a harmony of savory goodness complemented by a hint of tanginess from lemon juice and a creamy finish from creme fraiche. Perfect for a quick and satisfying lunch or dinner that will leave your taste buds craving more.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 8 tortillas, warmed
- 16 leaves of lettuce, washed
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise or dijonnaise
- 20 medium prawns, shelled, deveined, washed and drained
- frozen mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, maize)
- 1 bell pepper, washed, deseeded, chopped
- 2 garlic gloves, minced
- 1/2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 4 rashers bacon, chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp creme fraiche
- 1 tbsp dry sherry (optional)
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat butter in a non-stick pan. Add the oil to prevent the butter from burning. Fry the bacon until just crisp.
- Add the frozen vegetables and bell pepper and cook until done, about 5 min. Add the chopped garlic and saute for 2 min.
- Arrange the prawns in a single layer, and let them heat through until they become opaque, turning over once. Salt and pepper according to taste.
- Sprinkle over the lemon juice and dry sherry and mix well for 1min until the alcohol has evaporated. Add the creme fraiche, and mix everything well.
- Layer one tortilla, spread over 1/4 tsp of mayonnaise or dijonnaise, and spread 2 lettuce leaves on top. Spoon over some filling, and roll the tortilla till tight. Enjoy!
Yield
Serves 4
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