Prawns with Lemon Peri Peri Garlic Feta
Dive into a burst of bold Mediterranean flavors with this vibrant recipe for Prawns with Lemon Peri Peri Garlic Feta. Perfectly succulent prawns are marinated in a zesty blend of peri peri sauce, fresh lemon juice, and garlic, then quickly pan-seared to perfection. Topped with creamy, tangy crumbled feta and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this dish strikes a harmonious balance between heat, zest, and richness. Whether you're looking for a stunning centerpiece for a dinner party or a quick yet impressive weeknight meal, this one-skillet wonder will not disappoint. Serve with lemon wedges for an extra pop of citrus and a side of crusty bread or a crisp salad to round out the feast. This recipe is ready in just 25 minutes and is sure to impress seafood lovers everywhere.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Raw prawns (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 3 tablespoons Peri peri sauce
- 1 whole Lemon (zested and juiced)
- 100 grams Feta cheese (crumbled)
- 2 tablespoons Parsley (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes (optional)
- 4 pieces Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
1. Begin by rinsing the prawns under cold water and patting them dry with a paper towel.
2. In a medium bowl, combine peri peri sauce, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Add the prawns and mix well to coat evenly. Let them marinate for 10 minutes.
3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
4. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
5. Add the marinated prawns to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they turn pink and opaque.
6. Remove the prawns from the heat and sprinkle them with crumbled feta cheese and red chili flakes if using.
7. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1122 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.8 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.2 g | 101% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1034 mg | 345% | |
| Sodium | 4691 mg | 204% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.8 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.7 g | ||
| Protein | 137.9 g | 276% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 900 mg | 69% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1781 mg | 38% | |
*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.
