Tiger Prawns in Garlic Butter 🍤
Description: These tiger prawns cooked in garlic butter are beyond incredible! Prepare to be amazed because you’ll never have enough of these delectable delights, and everyone who tastes them will be begging for the recipe! Whether you’re making a hearty meal or serving up a tantalizing first course, these prawns are sure to steal the show.
- Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks
- Keywords: Mexican, < 30 Mins, Stove Top, Easy
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Aggregated Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | Tiger shrimp |
| 1/2 | Butter |
| 1 | Garlic cloves |
| 6 | Limes, juice and zest of |
| 2 | Fresh coriander |
| 1 | Tortilla |
| – | Lemon slice |
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 271.2
- Fat: 19.2g
- Saturated Fat: 10.2g
- Cholesterol: 231.3mg
- Sodium: 992.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 3.6g
- Fiber: 0.1g
- Sugar: 0.3g
- Protein: 21g
Recipe Instructions:
- Prepare Prawns:
- Rinse the prawns in a colander, removing their heads, and let them drain.
- Cook Garlic Butter:
- Heat the butter and oil in a large frying pan.
- Add the garlic and fry over low heat for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add Lime Zest and Juice:
- Stir in the lime rind and juice, cooking for an additional minute while stirring constantly.
- Cook Prawns:
- Add the prawns to the pan and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until they turn pink.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh coriander.
- Serve with warm tortillas.
- Enjoy with Finger Bowls:
- Provide each guest with a finger bowl filled with water and a slice of lemon for cleaning their fingers after shelling the prawns.
- Don’t forget to supply plenty of paper napkins for a mess-free dining experience!
These succulent tiger prawns, infused with the rich flavors of garlic butter and zesty lime, are guaranteed to tantalize your taste buds. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply craving a quick and easy meal, this recipe is a surefire winner. So, dive into a plateful of these mouthwatering delights and savor every delightful bite! 🦐✨
