Prawns

Prawns

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Nomsa Mokoena

10 Feb 2026

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Cook

10 mins

Serves

4 People

Calories

200 calories

Savor the vibrant flavors of garlic and lemon in this quick and easy prawn dish, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a cozy gathering. Tossed with paprika and fresh parsley, it's a delightful seafood treat.

Ingredients

  • 500 grams prawns, peeled and deveined
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt to taste salt
  • Fresh parsley for garnish fresh parsley, chopped

Method

  1. 1

    Heat olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add minced garlic to the pan and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Add the prawns to the pan and sprinkle with paprika and salt.

  4. 4

    Cook the prawns for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and are opaque.

  5. 5

    Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the cooked prawns for flavor.

  6. 6

    Remove from heat and garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

  7. 7

    Serve immediately with crusty bread or over rice.

Nutrition per serving

200kcal
Calories

Fat

10g

Carbs

2g

Protein

25g

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Rate this recipe

4.7 · 44 ratings

Comments

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Ahmad Ahmadi12/02/2026

Sounds delicious and easy to make!

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