Zesty Lemon Garlic Prawns
Zesty Lemon Garlic Prawns
Ingredients
For the Prawns
- 1 1/2 pounds large prawns, peeled and deveined, tails on
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- 1
In a medium bowl, combine the peeled and deveined prawns, olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, fresh lemon juice, chopped parsley, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Toss gently to ensure the prawns are evenly coated.
⏱️ 5 min
- 2
Let the prawns marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes. If marinating longer, cover and refrigerate for up to 30 minutes, but no more than that, as the lemon juice can start to 'cook' the prawns.
⏱️ 15 min
- 3
Heat a large skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated prawns in a single layer. Avoid overcrowding the pan; cook in batches if necessary.
⏱️ 1 min
- 4
Cook the prawns for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they turn pink and opaque. Be careful not to overcook them, as they can become rubbery.
⏱️ 6 min
- 5
Remove the cooked prawns from the skillet and transfer them to a serving platter. Garnish with extra fresh parsley and a lemon wedge, if desired.
⏱️ 1 min
- 6
Serve immediately as an appetizer.
⏱️ 1 min
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Zesty Lemon Garlic Prawns
Ingredients
For the Prawns
- 1 1/2 pounds large prawns, peeled and deveined, tails on
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- 1
In a medium bowl, combine the peeled and deveined prawns, olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, fresh lemon juice, chopped parsley, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Toss gently to ensure the prawns are evenly coated.
⏱️ 5 min - 2
Let the prawns marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes. If marinating longer, cover and refrigerate for up to 30 minutes, but no more than that, as the lemon juice can start to 'cook' the prawns.
⏱️ 15 min - 3
Heat a large skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated prawns in a single layer. Avoid overcrowding the pan; cook in batches if necessary.
⏱️ 1 min - 4
Cook the prawns for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they turn pink and opaque. Be careful not to overcook them, as they can become rubbery.
⏱️ 6 min - 5
Remove the cooked prawns from the skillet and transfer them to a serving platter. Garnish with extra fresh parsley and a lemon wedge, if desired.
⏱️ 1 min - 6
Serve immediately as an appetizer.
⏱️ 1 min