Sautéed Garlic Prawns with Lemon and Fresh Parsley
Tender prawns sautéed in a fragrant garlic butter sauce with a bright hint of lemon and fresh parsley, perfect for a quick Australian-inspired seafood dinner. This australian-inspired seafood ready in about 18 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large raw prawns, unsalted butter, finely minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 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.
Ingredients
- 400 g, peeled and deveined large raw prawns
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4, finely minced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil and 3 tbsp unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat until the butter is melted and foaming, about 2 minutes.
- Step 2: Add 4 finely minced garlic cloves to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 3: Increase heat to medium-high and add 400 g peeled and deveined large raw prawns, seasoning with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until the prawns turn pink and opaque.
- Step 4: Remove the skillet from heat, then stir in 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice and 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley. Toss gently to coat the prawns with the sauce and serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Garlic Prawns with Lemon and Fresh Parsley take to make?
Total time is about 18 minutes (10 min prep + 8 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 Sautéed Garlic Prawns with Lemon and Fresh Parsley?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep unsalted butter from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Garlic Prawns with Lemon and Fresh Parsley?
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 Sautéed Garlic Prawns with Lemon and Fresh Parsley 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 Sautéed Garlic Prawns with Lemon and Fresh Parsley?
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.
