How to Make Garlic Prawns - A Step-by-Step Guide

Garlic prawns are an incredibly popular dish that has been enjoyed by seafood lovers for generations. This classic recipe combines the succulent, sweet flavor of prawns with the bold and aromatic taste of garlic.

There are countless ways to prepare garlic prawns, but one of the most beloved methods involves sautéing the prawns in a flavorful garlic-infused butter or olive oil. The result is a dish that is bursting with savory, garlicky goodness and perfectly cooked, tender prawns.

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 1 orange, juiced
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil, or to taste
  • 2 tablespoons white wine (Optional)
  • 30 tiger prawns, peeled and deveined

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 3 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 18 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 30 prawns

  • In a glass dish, mix together the olive oil, mustard, garlic, lemon juice, orange juice, basil and white wine. Add the prawns, and stir to coat. Cover, and let marinate for 1 hour.
  • Heat an outdoor grill to high heat.
  • Thread prawns onto skewers. Grill for 3 to 5 minutes, turning once, until pink.
  • If desired, reserve marinade; transfer to a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Serve with prawns.
  • Nutrition

    231 cal.

    • Total Fat: 19g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 89mg
    • Sodium: 166mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 6g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 10g
    • Vitamin C: 30mg
    • Calcium: 47mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 175mg