Roasted Prawns with Garlic
Prep
15 mins
Cook
12 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my go to weeknight dinners because it comes together in under thirty minutes with just a handful of pantry staples. The prawns get beautifully caramelized while garlic infuses everything with incredible flavor, and the olive oil creates this silky sauce that's perfect for soaking up with crusty bread. Garlic is packed with allicin, a compound known for its anti inflammatory properties, so you're getting something delicious and genuinely good for you. Best of all, it's simple enough that even if you're tired after work, you can have an elegant dinner on the table without any fuss.
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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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