Roasted Prawns with Turnip and Herb Butter
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
Succulent prawns paired with caramelized roasted turnip cubes, finished with fragrant herb butter and a hint of garlic for an elegant yet simple seafood dish.
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Ingredients
- 24large prawns(peeled and deveined)
- 500 gturnips(cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 4 tablespoonsolive oil
- 3 tablespoonsbutter
- 4garlic cloves(minced)
- 2 teaspoonsfresh thyme(chopped)
- 3 tablespoonsfresh parsley(chopped)
- 1lemon(zested and juiced)
- 1 teaspoonsea salt
- ½ teaspoonblack pepper
- ¼ teaspoonred pepper flakes
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Toss turnip cubes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for 15 minutes until they begin to caramelize.
Tip: Cut turnips evenly so they roast at the same rate.
- 2
While turnips roast, pat the prawns dry with paper towels and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
Tip: Dry prawns will brown better and develop better flavor.
- 3
In a small bowl, combine softened butter with minced garlic, fresh thyme, chopped parsley, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt to make herb butter.
Tip: Make this while the turnips are roasting for efficiency.
- 4
Remove the baking sheet with the partially roasted turnips from the oven and push them to the sides.
- 5
Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Tip: A very hot pan will sear the prawns beautifully.
- 6
Add the prawns to the hot skillet in a single layer and sear for 2 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
Tip: Don't move them around; let them develop a golden crust.
- 7
Transfer the seared prawns to the baking sheet with the turnips, nestling them among the roasted cubes.
- 8
Dot the herb butter over the prawns and turnips, drizzle with fresh lemon juice, and return to the oven for 3-4 minutes until the butter melts and everything is heated through.
Tip: The butter will create a delicious sauce as it melts.
- 9
Remove from oven and serve immediately, spooning the pan juices over each plate and garnishing with extra fresh parsley if desired.
Tip: Serve with crusty bread to soak up the herb butter sauce.
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