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Creamy Garlic Prawns

Velvety Creamy Garlic Prawns: A Quick Gourmet Delight

Delight in creamy garlic prawns, a quick gourmet meal that elevates shrimp with a rich garlic sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Prawns
  • 1 pound Large Prawns Choose jumbo prawns for best texture and flavor.
  • 4 cloves Fresh Garlic Minced, more for extra garlic flavor.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Substitute with full-fat coconut milk for dairy-free.
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast can replace for dairy-free option.
Optional Add-ins
  • Mediterranean Style Add-ins Sun-dried tomatoes and fresh basil.
  • Spicy Cajun Flavorings Paprika, cayenne, and thyme.

Equipment

  • non-stick skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Creamy Garlic Prawns
  1. Marinate the prawns by combining them with minced garlic and seasonings for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Sear the prawns in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
  3. Prepare the sauce by sautéing minced garlic in the same skillet, then adding heavy cream and bubbling gently.
  4. Add Parmesan cheese to the sauce, whisking until smooth, then combine seared prawns and simmer.
  5. Serve warmed in shallow bowls, garnished with fresh parsley and alongside buttered egg noodles or bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Avoid overcooking prawns as they continue to cook after being removed from heat. Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.

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