Mediterranean Diet Pan Fried Prawns with Garlic and Lemon
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this quick and easy Pan Fried Prawns with Garlic and Lemon, a perfect recipe for seafood lovers embracing the Mediterranean diet. Succulent, pan-seared prawns are coated with a aromatic blend of garlic, fresh lemon zest, and a dash of red chili flakes for an irresistible, tangy heat. Cooked in heart-healthy extra virgin olive oil and finished with zesty lemon juice and fresh parsley, this dish exemplifies simplicity and freshness in Mediterranean cooking. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s ideal for weeknight dinners or elegant appetizers. Serve these golden prawns with crusty bread or a refreshing side salad for a dish that’s a feast for both your taste buds and your health. Keywords: Mediterranean diet, pan fried prawns, garlic and lemon prawns, healthy seafood recipes, quick dinner ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g large prawns, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 lemon, juice and zest
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 tsp red chili flakes
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Rinse the prawns under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the prawns, minced garlic, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Toss until the prawns are evenly coated in the mixture.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Once the oil is hot, add the prawns to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side until they turn pink and slightly golden brown.
Flip the prawns and sprinkle with red chili flakes. Cook for another 2 minutes until cooked through.
Remove the skillet from heat and squeeze the lemon juice over the prawns.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
788 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.0 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 945 mg | 315% | |
| Sodium | 1744 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.4 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.6 g | ||
| Protein | 122.3 g | 245% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 417 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1589 mg | 34% | |
*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.
