Easy king prawns with garlic butter

Ingredients

• 300 g King Prawns (peeled, deveined, frozen) (Thawed and patted dry; large size)
• 0.25 tsp Salt (Pinch, fine sea salt)
• 0.25 tsp Black Pepper (Freshly ground)
• 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil (High smoke‑point oil (e.g., canola or grapeseed))
• 15 g Unsalted Butter (About 1 tablespoon, cut into pieces)
• 2 cloves Garlic (Finely grated)
• 0.25 tsp Dry Oregano (Pinch)
• 0.25 tsp Crushed Chili Flakes (Pinch, adjust to heat preference)
• 1 tbsp Fresh Chives or Parsley (Finely chopped, for garnish)

Instructions

1. Dry the prawns

   Place the thawed prawns in a sieve and let excess water drip away for a few minutes. Pat them dry with paper towels to ensure they are as dry as possible.

   Time: PT5M

2. Season and oil the prawns

   In a bowl, toss the dried prawns with a pinch of salt, a pinch of freshly ground black pepper, and 2 tbsp vegetable oil until evenly coated.

   Time: PT2M

3. Sear the prawns

   Heat the skillet over high heat until it’s very hot. Add the seasoned prawns in a single layer, cooking 1 minute per side until they turn pink and start to curl.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: high

4. Remove prawns from pan

   Transfer the seared prawns to a plate and set aside while you make the sauce.

   Time: PT0M

5. Make garlic butter sauce

   Reduce heat to medium, add 15 g butter to the same skillet, and let it melt. Add the grated garlic and cook, stirring, until the butter turns a light golden‑nutty color and the garlic is fragrant.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: medium

6. Add herbs and spice

   Stir in a pinch of dry oregano and a pinch of chili flakes, letting them toast briefly (about 30 seconds).

   Time: PT1M

   Temperature: medium

7. Finish cooking the prawns

   Return the seared prawns to the pan, toss to coat with the garlic butter, and cook on low heat for another 1–2 minutes so the prawns absorb the flavors.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: low

8. Garnish and serve

   Turn off the heat, sprinkle chopped chives or parsley over the prawns, give a final gentle toss, and serve immediately.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

200

Protein

20 g

Carbohydrates

2 g

Fat

12 g

Fiber

0 g