Prawns in an Apple Sauternes Broth

Elevate your dinner table with the elegant and flavorful "Prawns in an Apple Sauternes Broth." This sophisticated dish combines tender prawns with a velvety broth infused with the sweet complexity of Sauternes wine, the tart brightness of Granny Smith apples, and the delicate richness of heavy cream. Aromatic shallots, garlic, and fresh thyme create a fragrant base, while a splash of lemon juice adds a zesty finish. Perfectly balanced and luxuriously creamy, this recipe takes only 45 minutes to prepare, making it an impressive but approachable choice for special occasions or indulgent weeknight dining. Serve it with crusty bread or steamed rice to soak up every last drop of the luscious broth. This seafood recipe is a celebration of both flavor and texture, making it a must-try for lovers of prawn dishes, gourmet cuisine, and creative wine pairings!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g Large raw prawns (peeled and deveined, with tails on)
• 2 tbsp Unsalted butter
• 2 medium Shallots (finely chopped)
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 cup Sauternes wine
• 2 cups Chicken stock
• 1 medium Apple (Granny Smith, peeled, cored, and diced)
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 4 sprigs Fresh thyme
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper (freshly ground)
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice
• 2 tbsp Chives (finely chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the prawns under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Set them aside.

Step 2

In a large sauté pan or skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped shallots and cook for about 3 minutes until softened and translucent, stirring occasionally.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, being careful not to let it burn.

Step 4

Deglaze the pan by pouring in the Sauternes wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Allow it to simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.

Step 5

Stir in the chicken stock, diced apple, and thyme sprigs. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.

Step 6

Remove the thyme sprigs and use an immersion blender to purée the broth until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the broth to a blender, purée, and return it to the pan.

Step 7

Stir in the heavy cream, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Simmer for another 5 minutes, adjusting seasoning as needed.

Step 8

Add the prawns to the broth and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until they turn pink and are cooked through.

Step 9

Ladle the prawns and broth into shallow bowls and garnish with chopped chives. Serve immediately with crusty bread or steamed rice on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1959.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2092.8

Total Fat 113.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 62.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 1319.6mg	0%
Sodium 3264.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 60.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.8g	0%
Total Sugars 39.9g
Protein 148.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 280.8mg	0%
Iron 6.3mg	0%
Potassium 1783.2mg	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: 54.8%

Protein: 32.0%

Carbs: 13.1%