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Delicious garlic butter prawns served on a plate with herbs.

Garlic Butter Prawns

A quick and delicious dish that combines rich flavors of butter and garlic with sweet prawns, perfect for seafood lovers.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 16 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound prawns, peeled and deveined
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Use fresh garlic for best flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped Feel free to adjust according to taste.
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Lemon wedges, for serving Provides an extra burst of freshness.

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the prawns to the skillet and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Cook the prawns for about 2-3 minutes on each side, until they are pink and opaque.
  5. Stir in the chopped parsley.
  6. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.

Notes

Garlic Butter Prawns can be served as a main dish or an appetizer. For a complete meal, serve it over rice or pasta. You can also pair it with a side salad or steamed vegetables. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To reheat, warm in a skillet over low heat.