Garlic Prawns in the Microwave
Transform your weeknight dinners with this quick and flavorful Garlic Prawns in the Microwave recipe. Ready in just 15 minutes, this dish combines plump, juicy prawns with a rich garlic-butter sauce infused with zesty lemon juice, a hint of spice from optional chili flakes, and a fresh parsley garnish. Perfect for when you’re short on time but still crave restaurant-quality seafood, this microwave-friendly method ensures perfectly cooked prawns with minimal effort. Serve these succulent garlic prawns over steamed rice, alongside crusty bread, or as a topping for pasta to soak up every drop of the buttery sauce. Ideal for busy food lovers, this recipe promises bold flavors and convenience in one irresistible dish.
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Ingredients
- 400 grams raw prawns (peeled, deveined, tails on or off)
- 50 grams unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper (freshly ground)
- 0.25 teaspoons red chili flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Place the butter in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave on high for 20-30 seconds, or until fully melted.
Step 2
Add the minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and chili flakes (if using) to the melted butter. Stir well to combine.
Step 3
Add the raw prawns to the bowl and toss to ensure they are evenly coated in the butter-garlic mixture.
Step 4
Cover the bowl with microwave-safe plastic wrap or a microwave-safe lid, leaving a small gap for steam to escape.
Step 5
Microwave the prawns on high for 3-5 minutes, stopping to stir halfway through, until the prawns turn pink and are fully opaque. Cooking time may vary depending on the power of your microwave and the size of the prawns.
Step 6
Carefully remove the bowl from the microwave (it will be hot) and let it rest for 1 minute.
Step 7
Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the prawns before serving.
Step 8
Serve immediately with crusty bread, steamed rice, or as a topping for pasta.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (495.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 782.6 |
| Total Fat 44.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 25.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 866.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1783.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 6.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0.8g | |
| Protein 97.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 290.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1168.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories