Let's make Garlic Prawns in 20 Minutes!

Ingredients

• 1 pound Jumbo Prawns (shell on, deveined)
• 10 cloves Garlic Cloves (minced)
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch (for light coating)
• 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Red Chili Sauce (optional for heat)
• 3 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (cut into pieces)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice (optional, freshly squeezed)
• 2 tablespoons White Wine (optional, dry)

Instructions

1. Prepare the coating and garlic

   In a mixing bowl combine cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, red chili sauce and a pinch of salt. Add the minced garlic and stir. Toss the raw prawns in the mixture until evenly coated.

   Time: PT5M

2. Fry the prawns

   Heat the large frying pan over medium‑high heat. Add a thin drizzle of oil if desired, then place the coated prawns in a single layer. Fry 1‑2 minutes per side until lightly golden.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: Medium‑high heat (≈375°F)

3. Sauté garlic in butter

   Remove prawns and set aside. In the second pan melt the butter over medium heat, then add the remaining minced garlic. Sauté 2‑3 minutes until fragrant but not browned.

   Time: PT4M

   Temperature: Medium heat (≈350°F)

4. Add acidity and wine

   Season the butter‑garlic mixture with a little extra salt, then stir in the lemon juice and white wine. Cook 2 minutes, allowing the liquid to reduce slightly.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: Medium heat

5. Combine prawns and finish

   Return the fried prawns to the pan, toss quickly on high heat for about 1 minute so they coat in the garlic butter sauce.

   Time: PT1M

   Temperature: High heat

6. Serve

   Transfer the garlic butter prawns to a serving platter, drizzle any remaining sauce, and serve immediately.

   Time: PT0M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

200

Protein

20g

Carbohydrates

5g

Fat

12g

Fiber

0g