Pan-Seared Garlic Prawns Recipe

Pan-Seared Garlic Prawns Recipe

Ingredients

Makes 4 Servings

• 1 pound frozen extra-large shrimp (easy-peel or peeled, deveined)
• ¼ cup olive oil
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic (about 1 good-sized clove)
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• a big pinch of red pepper flakes (plus more for passing at the table)
• fresh lime wedges, for garnish

Method

1. Put the shrimp in a colander in the sink and run cold water over them until they are thawed
2. Drain well, and pat dry with paper towels
3. If using easy-peel shrimp, remove the shells and, optionally, the tails
4. In a shallow pie plate or bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes; mix well
5. Add the thawed shrimp and toss to coat well
6. Cover tightly and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes and up to an hour
7. Place a large (10-to 12-inch) heavy skillet over medium heat
8. After about a minute, add the shrimp (leaving the extra marinade behind in the bowl to discard)
9. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp turn from glossy to opaque
10. Transfer to a serving platter and serve immediately, with many fresh lime wedges and additional red pepper flakes if you like

Full List of Seafood Recipes
Full List of Prawn Recipes