These creamy garlic prawns are incredibly rich, buttery, and flavorful. Juicy prawns are cooked in a creamy garlic sauce seasoned with mustard, black pepper, and chicken stock. They’re easy enough for a weeknight dinner but delicious enough to serve when you want something special.
Ingredients
- 1 kg green king prawns, peeled and deveined
- 115 g unsalted butter
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- 1 cup chicken stock
- ½ teaspoon mustard powder
- 1 tablespoon plain flour
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Directions
1. Start the Garlic Butter
Melt the butter in a large, deep skillet or heavy-based pan over medium-high heat.
Add the crushed garlic and cook for about 30–60 seconds, stirring frequently, until fragrant. Be careful not to let the garlic burn.
2. Make the Creamy Sauce
Sprinkle the flour over the melted butter and stir continuously for about 1 minute to cook out the raw flour taste.
Gradually pour in the chicken stock while stirring to prevent lumps.
Add the cream and stir until the sauce is smooth and well combined.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for several minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce begins to thicken.
3. Season
Stir in the mustard powder and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning as needed.
4. Add the Prawns
Add the peeled and deveined prawns to the sauce and gently stir to coat them.
Cook until the prawns are opaque and cooked through, usually about 3–5 minutes, depending on their size. Avoid overcooking, as prawns can quickly become rubbery.
5. Garnish and Serve
Remove from the heat and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley.
Serve immediately with crusty bread, steamed rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes so you can enjoy every drop of the creamy garlic sauce.
Tips for Perfect Garlic Prawns
- Pat the prawns dry before cooking so they don’t release too much water into the sauce.
- Fresh or properly thawed frozen prawns both work well.
- Don’t overcook the prawns. They are ready when they turn opaque and curl gently.
- Add the stock gradually while stirring for a smooth sauce.
- Use freshly crushed garlic for the best flavor.
- If the sauce becomes too thick, add a small splash of chicken stock or cream to loosen it.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of chili flakes or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice just before serving.
What to Serve With Creamy Garlic Prawns
These prawns pair beautifully with crusty garlic bread, steamed white rice, buttery mashed potatoes, pasta, or roasted vegetables. A simple green salad also balances the richness of the creamy sauce.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4–6