Back arrow Recipe details
Dinner
share icon Share

Pan-Seared Red Prawns

time icon

15min

servings icon

1 servings

cook this dish Cook this dish

Pan-Seared Red Prawns is a simple yet elegant dish that highlights the natural sweetness and vibrant color of red prawns. This quick-cooking method preserves the prawns' delicate texture while creating a flavorful, slightly caramelized exterior. Seasoned with just a few ingredients, this dish allows the prawns to be the star. It's perfect as an appetizer, part of a tapas spread, or as a main course served with crusty bread or over pasta.

Nutrition Facts

Disclaimer: The nutritional information provided is estimated and may vary based on portion size and preparation.

Facts
Quantity
Fiber
Sugar
0 g
0 g
Allergen Content

Based on your allergy profile, please note the following possible allergens:

Shellfish

Ingredients

Choose ‘+’ button to add missing ingredients to your grocery list

Steps

Read instructions and get ready to cook

1
Prepare prawns

Clean and devein prawns, leaving tails on if desired. Pat dry with paper towels.

2
Season prawns

In a bowl, toss prawns with salt and red pepper flakes.

3
Prepare garlic and parsley

Mince garlic cloves and chop fresh parsley.

4
Heat pan

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

5
Cook prawns

Add prawns to the hot pan in a single layer. Cook for 1-2 minutes on each side until they turn pink and slightly curled.

6
Add garlic

In the last 30 seconds of cooking, add minced garlic to the pan and stir.

7
Finish with lemon and parsley

Remove pan from heat. Squeeze lemon juice over the prawns and sprinkle with chopped parsley.

8
Serve

Transfer prawns to a serving plate and drizzle with any pan juices.

Ratings
0
Comments (0)
Recipe image