Fresh Spot Prawns in Garlic & White Wine

FreshAIG Quick Facts

• Species: Spot Prawn (Pandalus platyceros)
• Total Time: 20 minutes
• Diet Types: Pescatarian, Gluten-Free (without bread)

Preparation Method: Sautéing

Serves: 4 people

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs fresh spot prawns (shells on or peeled, wild-caught)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 lemon, cut into wedges
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Do not overcrowd the pan when cooking.
2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Place the spot prawns in the pan and cook undisturbed until the bottoms turn vibrant pink, about 2 minutes.
4. Flip the prawns and pour in the dry white wine, allowing it to simmer and reduce slightly for 1-2 minutes.
5. Turn off the heat and stir in the butter until melted, letting the residual heat gently finish cooking the seafood.
6. Season with salt, pepper, and fresh parsley. Serve immediately with lemon wedges and a side of crusty bread to soak up the sauce.

This recipe highlights the natural, wholesome flavor of the ocean with simple, fresh ingredients. Sautéing is a quick and easy method that gently cooks the seafood to tender perfection while creating a rich pan sauce. Find seafood with FreshAIG that you feel good about and share your cooking with friends for a gratifying meal you'll all remember.