Creamy Garlic Prawns with Chili and Dill

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A quick Australian-inspired dish of sautéed prawns in a luscious garlic and cream sauce, brightened with fresh dill and a touch of chili heat. This Australian-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs large prawns, unsalted butter, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Australian cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat until melted and bubbling.
  2. Step 2: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1/2 tsp red chili flakes, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large prawns to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2 minutes without stirring, then flip and cook for another 2 minutes until prawns turn pink and opaque.
  4. Step 4: Reduce heat to low and stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream, 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Simmer gently for 2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the prawns.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and serve immediately with crusty bread or steamed rice.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Creamy Garlic Prawns with Chili and Dill take to make?

Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Creamy Garlic Prawns with Chili and Dill?

Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.

Can I substitute ingredients in Creamy Garlic Prawns with Chili and Dill?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Creamy Garlic Prawns with Chili and Dill for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Creamy Garlic Prawns with Chili and Dill?

Australian seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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