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Thai Garlic Butter Prawns with Toasted Bread

Garlicky, buttery prawns hit the pan for 5 minutes, then finish with lime and chili. Serve with toasted bread to soak up every drop and lime wedges for brightness.

Total time
15 min
Servings
2
Calories
385
Protein
32g
Thai Garlic Butter Prawns with Toasted Bread
elegantsatisfyingthaishrimpjuicytenderBreadweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Pat prawns dry with paper towels. Season with salt and black pepper.

  2. Step 2

    Toast bread slices in a separate skillet or toaster until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side.

  3. Step 3

    Heat butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until foaming, about 60 seconds.

  4. Step 4

    Add garlic and chili to the hot butter. Stir for 30 seconds until fragrant, then add prawns.

  5. Step 5

    Cook prawns without stirring for 2 minutes, then flip and cook 2 more minutes until pink and opaque.

  6. Step 6

    Remove from heat. Squeeze juice from 1 lime into the pan, add fish sauce, and stir gently. Top with cilantro.

  7. Step 7

    Serve prawns and butter sauce with toasted bread and lime wedges on the side.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch skillet
  • second skillet or toaster
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • paper towels
  • wooden spoon

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