Roasted Prawns with Garlic
Prep
15 mins
Cook
12 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
Succulent prawns tossed with fragrant roasted garlic, olive oil, and fresh herbs, then baked until golden and tender. A simple yet elegant dish that celebrates the natural sweetness of the seafood.
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Ingredients
- ¾ kglarge prawns(peeled and deveined)
- 8garlic cloves(minced)
- 5 tablespoonsextra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoonsfresh lemon juice
- ½ teaspoonred chili flakes
- 59 mlfresh parsley(chopped)
- ¾ teaspoonsea salt
- ½ teaspoonblack pepper(freshly ground)
- 4fresh thyme sprigs
- 4lemon wedges(for serving)
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the prawns dry with paper towels to ensure they roast evenly and develop a nice golden exterior.
Tip: Dry prawns will caramelize better and won't release excess moisture during cooking.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until well combined.
Tip: The oil and lemon juice emulsion will coat the prawns evenly for better flavor distribution.
- 3
Add the prepared prawns and fresh thyme to the garlic mixture. Toss gently but thoroughly, ensuring every prawn is well coated with the flavored oil.
Tip: Handle the prawns delicately to avoid breaking them during tossing.
- 4
Spread the prawns in a single layer on a large baking sheet or roasting pan, arranging them so they have space between each one.
Tip: Overcrowding the pan will cause the prawns to steam rather than roast, so give them breathing room.
- 5
Roast in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, until the prawns are pink and opaque throughout, stirring halfway through cooking.
Tip: Prawns cook quickly—avoid overcooking or they will become tough and rubbery.
- 6
Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley. Transfer to a serving platter and serve hot with lemon wedges on the side.
Tip: The residual heat will slightly wilt the parsley and enhance its fresh aroma.
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