Peppered Prawn with Leek
Elevate your seafood repertoire with this vibrant and flavorful Peppered Prawn with Leek recipe. Tender, juicy prawns are infused with the bold heat of freshly ground black pepper and a hint of red chili flakes, perfectly balanced by the sweetness of sautéed leeks and the zing of fresh lemon juice. Sautéed in a luscious blend of olive oil and butter, the dish boasts an irresistibly rich and aromatic profile. Finished with a flourish of chopped parsley, this one-pan wonder is ready in just 25 minutes, making it an ideal choice for quick weeknight dinners or elegant entertaining. Serve it as a standalone sensation or pair it with crusty bread or fluffy steamed rice for a complete meal that will leave your guests raving. Perfect for seafood lovers, this recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking a fast, flavorful, and healthy dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g large prawns (peeled and deveined)
- 2 leeks (sliced into thin rounds)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp red chili flakes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 lemon (juiced)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the prawns under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel. Set aside.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil and butter. Allow the butter to melt completely.
Add the sliced leeks to the skillet and sauté for 5-6 minutes until softened and slightly caramelized. Stir occasionally.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute, being careful not to let it burn.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the prawns to the skillet. Season with salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes.
Cook the prawns for 2-3 minutes on one side, then flip them over and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until they turn pink and opaque.
Once the prawns are cooked, squeeze the juice of one lemon over the skillet and toss everything to combine.
Remove from heat and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Serve immediately as a standalone dish or alongside steamed white rice or crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
998 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.0 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.5 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1008 mg | 336% | |
| Sodium | 3018 mg | 131% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.7 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.3 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.1 g | ||
| Protein | 124.1 g | 248% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 463 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1854 mg | 39% | |
*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.
