Description
Cajun Garlic Tiger Prawns are a flavorful and spicy seafood dish featuring succulent tiger prawns sauteed in a fragrant garlic and buttery Cajun seasoning sauce. This quick stovetop recipe balances heat and zest, perfect for an impressive yet easy main course that pairs beautifully with rice, pasta, or crusty bread.
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood
- 1 1/2 lbs tiger prawns (peeled and deveined, tails on)
Seasonings and Spices
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for extra heat)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Other Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Prawns: Pat the tiger prawns dry with paper towels and place them in a bowl. Toss the prawns with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Heat the Skillet: Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Once hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, taking care not to burn it.
- Cook the Prawns: Add the seasoned prawns to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes on one side until they start turning pink and slightly golden, then flip and cook another 2 to 3 minutes on the other side until fully cooked and opaque.
- Add Butter and Lemon: Lower the heat to medium-low. Add the unsalted butter and the juice of half a lemon to the skillet. Stir gently to coat the prawns in the buttery, tangy sauce. Continue cooking for 1 more minute, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the skillet from heat. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the prawns and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for extra zest. Enjoy with your choice of rice, pasta, or crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
Notes
- Serve over rice, pasta, or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious buttery sauce.
- You can substitute shrimp if tiger prawns aren’t available.
- Adjust the spice level by reducing or increasing the amount of cayenne pepper.
- To make it dairy-free, omit the butter or replace with a plant-based alternative.
