TIGER PRAWNS IN GARLIC BUTTER

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These are incredable!! You will never have enough and everyone will want the recipe!! Make lots for a full meal or serve as a first course. from Mexican, healthy ways with a favourite cusine.

Provided by Derf2440

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 22m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 lbs large raw tiger shrimp, in their shells, thawed if frozen
1/2 cup butter
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
6 garlic cloves, smashed
2 limes, juice and zest of
1 bunch fresh coriander, chopped
warm tortilla, to serve
lemon slice, for the finger bowls

Steps:

  • Rinse the prawns in a colander, remove their heads and leave them to drain.
  • Heat the butter and oil in a large frying pan, add the garlic and fry over a low heat for 2 to 3 minutes (Cook the prawns in a large frying pan or cast iron flamproof dish that can be taken directly to the table, so that they retain their heat until they are served).
  • Add the lime rind and juice.
  • Cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute more.
  • Add the prawns and cook them for 2 to 3 minutes until they turn pink.
  • Remove them from the heat, sprinkle with coriander and serve with the warm tortillas.
  • Give each guest a finger bowl filled with water and a slice of lemon, for cleaning their fingers after shelling the prawns, and provide lots of paper napkins!

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