Baked Prawns with Pepper and Garlic

Elevate your seafood game with this irresistible recipe for Baked Prawns with Pepper and Garlic, a quick and flavorful dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Succulent prawns are generously coated in a bold marinade of olive oil, minced garlic, freshly crushed black pepper, and a hint of sea salt, with an optional kick of red chili flakes for spice lovers. The prawns are baked to juicy perfection in just 12 minutes, emerging with a golden hue and infused with aromatic flavors. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a squeeze of zesty lemon, this dish is a harmonious blend of simplicity and gourmet flair. Serve these baked prawns as a vibrant appetizer or pair them with crusty bread, pasta, or a crisp salad for a satisfying main course.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:22 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams large prawns (peeled and deveined, tails on)
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 pieces garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 teaspoon crushed black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 piece lemon (for garnish and juice)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).

Step 2

Rinse the prawns under cold running water and pat them dry with a paper towel.

Step 3

In a large bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, crushed black pepper, sea salt, and red chili flakes (if using). Mix well to create a marinade.

Step 4

Add the prawns to the bowl and toss to coat them completely with the marinade. Let them sit for 5–10 minutes to absorb the flavors.

Step 5

Arrange the marinated prawns in a single layer on a baking sheet or an oven-safe dish.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, or until the prawns turn pink and are cooked through.

Step 7

Remove from the oven and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley.

Step 8

Serve immediately with lemon wedges for squeezing over the prawns. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(124.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	422.2

Total Fat 42.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1173.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 11.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.1g	0%
Total Sugars 1.6g
Protein 1.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 64.9mg	0%
Iron 2.0mg	0%
Potassium 231.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 87.6%

Protein: 1.7%

Carbs: 10.7%