Creamy Garlic Prawns
This creamy garlic prawns dish is a luxurious, restaurant-quality recipe that’s quick and easy to prepare for a perfect seafood-inspired dinner!
Equipment
- Large skillet or frying pan
- Wooden spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Knife
- Chopping board
Ingredients
- 500 g prawns peeled and deveined
- 3 tbsp butter unsalted
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1/2 tsp paprika optional, for a smoky flavor
- to taste salt and black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt the butter.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant and lightly golden.
- Add the prawns to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and fully cooked through. Remove prawns from the skillet and set aside.
- Lower the heat to medium-low. Pour the heavy cream into the skillet and stir well with the garlic and butter mixture.
- Add the Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir continuously to combine and allow the sauce to thicken slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
- Return the cooked prawns to the skillet, tossing them in the creamy garlic sauce. Let simmer gently for another 2 minutes to heat through.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving. Enjoy while hot!
Notes
Serve with crusty bread, over pasta, or alongside steamed rice for a complete meal. Adjust garlic quantity to taste for a milder or stronger flavor.