Appetizer: United States – Spicy Tiger Prawns with Lemon & Chili

Serving Size: 4

Approximate Time

Prep 10 min

Cook 6 min

Total 16 min

Ingredients

12 tiger prawns, cleaned, about 12 oz (340 g)
3 tbsp (45 ml) olive oil
1 tsp (5 ml) red chili flakes
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 lemon, zested and juiced
2 tbsp (30 ml) fresh cilantro, chopped
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. **Prepare the Seasoning:** In a bowl, combine olive oil, red chili flakes, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
2. **Cook the Prawns:** Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned prawns and cook them in the skillet for about 3 minutes on each side, or until they are pink and opaque. Remove from the heat and sprinkle with fresh cilantro. Serve hot with extra lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the prawns.