Best 5 Salt Roasted Prawns Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable flavors of salt-roasted prawns, a culinary masterpiece that combines simplicity with irresistible taste. This dish, often served as an appetizer or main course, elevates the natural sweetness of succulent prawns with a symphony of aromatic spices and a touch of salt. The roasting process intensifies the prawns' flavor while preserving their tender texture, resulting in a delightful treat that tantalizes the taste buds.

This article presents a collection of salt-roasted prawn recipes that cater to diverse preferences and skill levels. From the classic salt-roasted prawns with garlic and herbs to more adventurous variations like chili-lime prawns and paprika-roasted prawns, there's a recipe for every palate. Each recipe provides step-by-step instructions, ensuring that even novice cooks can create this exquisite dish with ease.

Embark on a culinary journey as you explore the world of salt-roasted prawns. Whether you prefer the traditional approach or are seeking a burst of bold flavors, this article has something for everyone. Prepare to savor the delectable taste of salt-roasted prawns, a dish that will leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SALT-ROASTED PRAWNS



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Quick to make and spectacular to serve -- that's this entree. The shrimp are simply roasted in salt, which keeps them juicy.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Shrimp Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 pounds coarse sea salt, pink salt, or rock salt (or a combination)
4 red finger peppers, split lengthwise, plus thin slices for serving
2 lemons, quartered
1 head garlic, cloves separated and smashed
5 cinnamon sticks
12 whole cloves
1 tablespoon black peppercorns
3 pounds shell-on, head-on jumbo shrimp (about 10 per pound), preferably wild, deveined if desired
Melted unsalted butter or drawn butter, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Combine salt, finger peppers, lemons, garlic, cinnamon, cloves, and peppercorns in a 3-quart baking dish. Roast until hot and fragrant, about 15 minutes. Spoon two-thirds of salt mixture into a heatproof bowl. Layer shrimp into baking dish, spooning salt mixture from bowl over shrimp in between layers, then sprinkling shrimp with remaining salt mixture.
  • Roast until shrimp are firm to the touch and just opaque throughout, 13 to 17 minutes. Carefully remove a few lemon wedges; brush off excess salt and squeeze lemon juice into butter, then add pepper slices. Serve shrimp immediately, with butter on the side.

SALT ROASTED SHRIMP



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Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     appetizer

Time 33m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 2

4 pounds rock salt
1 pound jumbo shrimp (20 to 24 shrimp per pound), with heads on

Steps:

  • Divide salt evenly among 2 (9 by 13-inch) metal pans divide salt evenly. Heat your oven to 400 degrees F and put the pans of salt into the oven to heat. When the oven reaches 400 degrees F, allow the salt to continue heating for another 15 minutes. After 15 minutes have passed, put the shrimp on top of the salt in 1 of the pans. Then cover with all of the salt in the second pan. The shrimp should be evenly and completely covered. Roast for 8 minutes. Remove from oven and check 1 shrimp for doneness. The shrimp should be opaque and white and pink in color. If not done, return to oven for 1 to 2 minutes. Serve immediately.

PAN-ROASTED PRAWNS



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h18m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds giant prawns, with heads and shells on
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons Spanish paprika
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1/2 lemon, sliced thinly
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Make a quick marinade for the prawns by combining them in a bowl with a healthy drizzle of olive oil, the paprika, crushed garlic, lemon slices, salt, and pepper. Toss the prawns so they are coated with all the good stuff and marinate for 5 minutes to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
  • Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and coat with a couple of tablespoons of olive oil. When the oil is hot, pull the prawns out of the marinade and toss them into the pan. Saute for 3 minutes on each side until the shells are red and charred.

GARLIC & HERB ROASTED SHRIMP



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 pound (1 stick) unsalted butter
2 tablespoons good olive oil
2 tablespoons minced garlic (6 cloves)
2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary leaves
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 large lemons
2 pounds (8- to 10-count) shrimp, peeled with the tails on
1 teaspoon coarse sea salt
4 slices country bread, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
  • Melt the butter over low heat in a medium (10-inch) saute pan. Add the olive oil, garlic, rosemary, red pepper flakes, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper and cook over low heat for one minute. Off the heat, zest one of the lemons directly into the butter mixture.
  • Meanwhile, arrange the shrimp snugly in one layer in a large (12-inch) round ovenproof sauté pan (or 10 × 13-inch baking dish) with only the tails overlapping. Pour the butter mixture over the shrimp. Sprinkle with the sea salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Slice the ends off the zested lemon, cut five (1/4-inch-thick) slices, and tuck them among the shrimp. Roast for 12 to 15 minutes, just until the shrimp are firm, pink, and cooked through. Cut the remaining lemon in half and squeeze the juice onto the shrimp. Serve hot with the toasted bread for dipping into the garlic butter.

SPICED SALT-BAKED SHRIMP



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The chef Adam Evans of The Optimist in Atlanta likes to roast big, fresh Southern shrimp with the heads in a deep dish of rock salt studded with spices, an easy method that produces tender, delicately flavored and perfectly seasoned shrimp. Here, headless shrimp take on fragrance from cinnamon and star anise and get heat from jalapeños. The presentation is spectacular for a dinner party. Let the salt cool completely before you toss it out.

Provided by Kim Severson

Categories     dinner, lunch, quick, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 pounds rock salt
1/4 cup whole green cardamom pods
2 tablespoons black peppercorns
1 cinnamon stick
4 bay leaves
3 star anise
1 lemon, cut into four wedges
10 sprigs of thyme
2 jalapeño peppers, cut into thick slices
1 head of garlic, outer skin removed and smashed into several pieces
2 pounds medium or large shrimp, about 20 to 25 pieces, with shells and tails on
Cocktail sauce, tartar sauce or melted butter, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 475 degrees. In a bowl, add salt, cardamom, peppercorns, cinnamon, bay leaves, anise, two lemon wedges, the thyme, the jalapeños and the garlic and mix well.
  • In a large shallow baking dish, add half the salt mixture. Place in oven for 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Carefully remove pan from oven and set shrimp in a single layer on salt and then cover with remaining, cool salt mixture.
  • Return to oven. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes more, or until shrimp are just cooked through.
  • Serve shrimp in the salt, or remove to a platter. Garnish with remaining lemon. Serve with cocktail or tartar sauce or melted butter.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 229, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 34 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 1289 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, large prawns. This will ensure that they are juicy and flavorful.
  • Use a large skillet or wok. This will allow the prawns to cook evenly.
  • Heat the oil over medium-high heat before adding the prawns. This will help to prevent them from sticking.
  • Cook the prawns for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are pink and opaque. Do not overcook them, or they will become tough.
  • Season the prawns with salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs and spices. Garlic powder, chili powder, and paprika are all good options.
  • Serve the prawns immediately with your favorite dipping sauce. A simple lemon-butter sauce or a spicy mayonnaise are both good choices.

Conclusion:

Salt-roasted prawns are a quick and easy appetizer or main course that is sure to please everyone at your table. They are simple to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy seafood dish, give salt-roasted prawns a try!

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