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

Prep Time
10min
Cook Time
15min
Total Time
25min
Garlic Butter Prawns recipe

Ingredients

2 Servings
(1 serving = 1 plate)

Main Ingredients

  • 1tsp
    oil
  • 2tsp
    butter
  • 500g
    prawns
  • 3
    green chillies
  • 10clove
    garlic
  • 1/2tsp
    chilli flakes
  • 1tbsp
    water
  • 1
    lemon juice

How to make Garlic Butter Prawns

Cooking Instructions

  1. Heat the oil and butter in a pan, then add the prawns and cook for 7 minutes.

  2. 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.

  3. Add the chilli flakes, salt, and lemon juice to the pan.

  4. Add water to deglaze the pan, then return the prawns to the pan.

  5. Cook for another 3-5 minutes, then garnish and serve with warm rice.

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

  1. Make sure not to overcook the prawns; they should be pink and opaque when done.

  2. Adjust the number of green chillies based on your spice preference.

FAQS

  1. Can I use frozen prawns for this recipe?

    Yes, you can use frozen prawns. Just make sure to thaw them completely before cooking.

  2. What can I serve with garlic butter prawns?

    Garlic butter prawns pair well with warm rice, pasta, or a fresh salad.

  3. How can I make this recipe spicier?

    You can add more green chillies or increase the amount of chilli flakes to make it spicier.

  4. Is this recipe suitable for a gluten-free diet?

    Yes, this recipe is gluten-free as it does not contain any gluten-containing ingredients.

  5. 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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