Roasted Prawns with Rocket
Prep
15 mins
Cook
12 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
Succulent king prawns tossed with garlic, chilli and lemon, served over peppery rocket with crispy breadcrumbs and a drizzle of infused oil for an elegant yet simple appetiser.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 500 gking prawns, peeled and deveined(tails left on)
- 150 gfresh rocket
- 5 tbspextra virgin olive oil
- 4garlic cloves, minced
- 1red chilli, finely sliced(seeds removed for less heat)
- 1lemon(zest and juice)
- 50 gpanko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbspfresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tspsea salt
- ½ tspblack pepper
- 25 gbutter
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 200°C. Pat the prawns dry with paper towels and season with sea salt and black pepper.
Tip: Dry prawns will roast better and develop a nice caramelisation.
- 2
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and sliced chilli, stirring for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Tip: Don't let the garlic brown or it will taste bitter.
- 3
Add the prawns to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes on each side until they begin to turn pink at the edges.
Tip: Don't overcook at this stage as they will continue cooking in the oven.
- 4
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 6-8 minutes until the prawns are fully cooked through and opaque.
Tip: Prawns cook quickly, so keep an eye on them to avoid overcooking.
- 5
While the prawns roast, toast the panko breadcrumbs in a small dry pan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally until golden brown. Set aside.
Tip: Toasted breadcrumbs add crunch and nutty flavour to the dish.
- 6
In a large bowl, toss the fresh rocket with the remaining 3 tablespoons of olive oil, lemon zest, and a pinch of sea salt.
Tip: Add the rocket dressing just before serving to keep it fresh and crisp.
- 7
Remove the skillet from the oven and stir in the butter and lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Tip: The butter and lemon create a silky, flavourful pan sauce.
- 8
Divide the dressed rocket between serving plates. Top with the roasted prawns and their pan juices. Sprinkle with toasted breadcrumbs and fresh parsley.
Tip: Serve immediately while the prawns are still warm and the rocket is crisp.
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