Prawns with Chilli and Garlic
Sizzle up your weeknight dinners with this quick and flavorful recipe for *Prawns with Chilli and Garlic*! Juicy, tender prawns are cooked to perfection in a mouthwatering blend of olive oil, butter, garlic, and fiery red chilli, creating a dish that's both vibrant and satisfying. Finished with a splash of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of parsley, this 8-minute skillet recipe is bursting with zesty, aromatic flavors. Perfect for pairing with crusty bread or steamed rice, this easy seafood dish is a surefire crowd-pleaser that’s ideal for busy evenings. With its simple ingredients and bold taste, you'll love bringing this restaurant-quality delight to your home table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Raw prawns (peeled, deveined, with tails on)
- 4 pieces Garlic cloves (finely minced)
- 2 pieces Red chilli (finely chopped)
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Butter
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 piece Lemon (juiced)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Start by preparing the prawns if they are not already cleaned. Peel, devein, and leave the tail intact for presentation, then rinse under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
Heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and chopped red chilli, cooking for about 1-2 minutes or until fragrant. Stir continuously to avoid burning the garlic.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the prawns to the skillet. Spread them out evenly and let them cook undisturbed for 2 minutes on one side.
Flip the prawns and add 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring gently, until the prawns turn pink and opaque. Be careful not to overcook.
Season with salt and black pepper, then stir in the fresh parsley and the juice of one lemon.
Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish. Garnish with a bit more chopped parsley if desired.
Serve immediately with crusty bread, steamed rice, or enjoy as is.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
959 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.1 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.3 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 813 mg | 271% | |
| Sodium | 1719 mg | 75% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.9 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.0 g | ||
| Protein | 99.9 g | 200% | |
| Vitamin D | 15.3 mcg | 76% | |
| Calcium | 229 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1522 mg | 32% | |
*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.
