Garlic Butter Prawns

why make this recipe

Garlic Butter Prawns are a quick and delicious dish that everyone will love. This recipe brings together the rich flavors of butter and garlic with the sweet, tender prawns for a perfect meal. It’s simple enough for a weeknight dinner but fancy enough for special occasions. You can have a restaurant-quality dish ready in just a few minutes!

how to make Garlic Butter Prawns

Ingredients:

• 1 pound prawns, peeled and deveined
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped parsley for garnish

Directions:

1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
2. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. Add the prawns to the skillet and season with salt and pepper.
4. Cook the prawns for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
5. Stir in the lemon juice and remove from heat.
6. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.

how to serve Garlic Butter Prawns

Serve Garlic Butter Prawns warm as a main dish over a bed of rice or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious garlic butter sauce. They also make a tasty appetizer. You can add a wedge of lemon on the side for extra zing!

how to store Garlic Butter Prawns

If you have leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat to warm them through before serving.

tips to make Garlic Butter Prawns

• Don’t overcook the prawns. They only need a few minutes per side until they are pink.
• Use fresh garlic for the best flavor.
• Feel free to add some red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.
• For a touch of freshness, consider adding some chopped fresh basil or dill along with the parsley.

variation

You can add vegetables like bell peppers or spinach to the skillet while cooking the prawns for a one-pan meal. Another option is to use shrimp instead of prawns if that’s what you have on hand.

FAQs

Can I use frozen prawns?
Yes, you can use frozen prawns. Just make sure to thaw them completely before cooking.

What can I serve with Garlic Butter Prawns?
They go well with rice, pasta, or a fresh salad. You can also serve them with garlic bread.

How do you know when the prawns are cooked?
Prawns are cooked when they turn pink and opaque. If they curl tightly, they may be overcooked, so keep an eye on them!

Garlic Butter Prawns

Garlic Butter Prawns are a quick and delicious dish combining rich butter and garlic flavors with tender prawns, perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 6 minutes mins

Total Time 11 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Appetizer, Main Course

Cuisine: Mediterranean, Seafood

Calories: 270

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Main Ingredients

• 1 pound prawns, peeled and deveined
• 4 tablespoons butter Use unsalted for better control of saltiness
• 4 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic preferred for best flavor
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice Freshly squeezed is recommended
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped parsley for garnish

Method

 

Preparation

1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
2. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. Add the prawns to the skillet and season with salt and pepper.
4. Cook the prawns for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
5. Stir in the lemon juice and remove from heat.
6. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.

Notes

Serve warm as a main dish over rice or with crusty bread. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat gently.