A simple and delicious recipe for garlic butter prawns, perfect for a quick meal.

Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1tspoil
- 2tspbutter
- 500gprawns
- 3green chillies
- 10clovegarlic
- 1/2tspchilli flakes
- 1tbspwater
- 1lemon juice
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
515.0kcal (25.75%)
Protein
56.0g (100%)
Carbs
5.0g (1.82%)
Sugars
0.0g
Healthy Fat
20.3g
Unhealthy Fat
9.0g
% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet
How to make Garlic Butter Prawns
Cooking Instructions
Heat the oil and butter in a pan, then add the prawns and cook for 7 minutes.
Remove the prawns from the pan and sauté the garlic and green chillies in the same prawn-flavored butter for 3-5 minutes over medium heat.
Add the chilli flakes, salt, and lemon juice to the pan.
Add water to deglaze the pan, then return the prawns to the pan.
Cook for another 3-5 minutes, then garnish and serve with warm rice.
Nutrition (per serving)
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
515.0kcal (25.75%)
Protein
56.0g (100%)
Carbs
5.0g (1.82%)
Sugars
0.0g
Healthy Fat
20.3g
Unhealthy Fat
9.0g
% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet
Tips & Tricks
Make sure not to overcook the prawns; they should be pink and opaque when done.
Adjust the number of green chillies based on your spice preference.
FAQS
Can I use frozen prawns for this recipe?
Yes, you can use frozen prawns. Just make sure to thaw them completely before cooking.
What can I serve with garlic butter prawns?
Garlic butter prawns pair well with warm rice, pasta, or a fresh salad.
How can I make this recipe spicier?
You can add more green chillies or increase the amount of chilli flakes to make it spicier.
Is this recipe suitable for a gluten-free diet?
Yes, this recipe is gluten-free as it does not contain any gluten-containing ingredients.
Can I substitute the prawns with another protein?
Yes, you can substitute prawns with chicken or tofu for a different variation.
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