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Creamy Garlic Prawns

Creamy Garlic Prawns

  • Author: Laura
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Coastal

Description

A rich and creamy garlic prawns dish with tender seafood coated in a silky, flavorful sauce that comes together quickly and feels like a restaurant-quality meal at home.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 500 grams raw prawns, peeled and deveined
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 whole lemon, cut into wedges

Instructions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Season the prawns with salt and black pepper in a bowl.
  3. Add olive oil and butter to the skillet and let the butter melt.
  4. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, then place the prawns in a single layer.
  5. Cook the prawns for 2 to 3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
  6. Pour in the heavy cream and let it simmer until slightly thickened.
  7. Stir in chopped parsley and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top.
  8. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

  • Do not overcook the prawns to keep them tender.
  • Cook garlic gently to avoid bitterness.
  • Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 4g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Cholesterol: 190mg

Keywords: creamy garlic prawns, garlic shrimp, seafood dinner, quick prawn recipe, creamy shrimp