Creamy Garlic Prawns: Elevate Dinner in 37 Minutes

This Creamy Garlic Prawns recipe transforms simple ingredients into a luxurious meal in just 37 minutes.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 22

Total Time 37

Servings: 2 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Prawns

400 grams Large Prawns Choose jumbo prawns for their sweet flavor.
4 cloves Fresh Garlic Minced for marinating.

For the Cream Sauce

1 cup Heavy Cream Essential for a rich sauce.
1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated for consistency.

For Variations

Mediterranean Style Add-ins Sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil, and lemon juice.
Spicy Cajun Add-ins Paprika, cayenne, dried thyme, and hot sauce.
Dairy-Free Replacement Use full-fat coconut milk and nutritional yeast.
Low-Carb Option Serve over cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles.

Equipment

Skillet
Mixing Bowl

Method

Marinate and Cook

In a mixing bowl, combine the large prawns with minced fresh garlic and seasoning. Marinate for up to 4 hours.
Heat a skillet over medium-low heat, whisk in heavy cream, and simmer for 3-4 minutes.
Gradually add Parmesan cheese, stirring to create a creamy sauce.
In a separate skillet, heat oil over medium-high. Sear marinated prawns 2-3 minutes each side.
Return prawns to the creamy sauce, stir gently, and let simmer for 1 minute.
Serve in bowls topped with sauce and garnish with fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Perfectly cooked prawns should be pink and removed promptly to prevent overcooking. Customize flavors to your liking.

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