Margarita Prawns
Elevate your seafood game with these zesty Margarita Prawns, a vibrant dish bursting with bold, tropical flavors! Succulent prawns are marinated in a tangy blend of tequila, fresh lime juice, orange juice, and a touch of honey, complemented by aromatic garlic and smoky chili spices. Once perfectly seared, they're drizzled with a rich, reduced marinade for an extra punch of flavor. Garnished with fresh cilantro and served with lime wedges, these prawns are ideal as an appetizer, taco filling, or paired with a side of rice or salad. Quick to prepare and full of personality, Margarita Prawns are the ultimate combination of savory, citrusy, and spicy. A fiesta on your plate!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams Large prawns (peeled and deveined, tails on)
- 60 ml Tequila
- 60 ml Fresh lime juice
- 30 ml Orange juice (preferably fresh)
- 30 ml Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 15 ml Honey
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
- 4 pieces Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine tequila, fresh lime juice, orange juice, olive oil, minced garlic, honey, chili powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together to create the marinade.
Add the peeled and deveined prawns to the marinade, ensuring they are evenly coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the prawns marinate in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes.
Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly coat the pan with a drizzle of olive oil to prevent sticking.
Remove the prawns from the marinade, allowing any excess liquid to drip off. Reserve the marinade for later use.
Place the prawns in the hot skillet or grill pan and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they turn pink and opaque. Avoid overcooking, as this will make the prawns rubbery.
While the prawns are cooking, pour the reserved marinade into a small saucepan. Bring it to a boil over medium heat and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced. This will create a flavorful sauce.
Remove the prawns from the heat and transfer them to a serving platter. Drizzle the reduced marinade sauce over the prawns for an extra burst of flavor.
Garnish the dish with freshly chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side for a tangy finish.
Enjoy your delicious Margarita Prawns as an appetizer or with a side of rice, tacos, or a refreshing salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
947 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.2 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 878 mg | 292% | |
| Sodium | 1731 mg | 75% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.0 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.7 g | ||
| Protein | 109.4 g | 219% | |
| Vitamin D | 17.1 mcg | 86% | |
| Calcium | 354 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1403 mg | 30% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
