If you're looking for a simple but flavourful recipe, these baked prawns are the perfect choice to surprise on any occasion.
Ingredients:
- 1 kg fresh prawns
- 4 cloves of garlic
- Chopped fresh parsley (about 3-4 tablespoons)
- Juice of a lemon
- 50 ml extra virgin olive oil
- Coarse salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper (optional)
Elaboration:
- Preheat the ovenPut the oven to heat up to 200ºC.
- Prepare the prawnsWash the prawns under cold water and dry them well with paper towels. Place them in an ovenproof dish in a single layer.
- Prepare the dressingFinely chop the garlic cloves and fresh parsley. In a bowl, mix the garlic, parsley, lemon juice and olive oil. You can add a pinch of salt to the mixture if you prefer.
- Dress the prawnsPour the mixture of garlic, parsley, lemon and oil over the prawns in the bowl. Make sure all the prawns are well soaked in the dressing. Sprinkle with coarse salt and a little pepper if you like a spicy touch.
- Bake the prawnsPlace the dish in the oven and cook for about 8-10 minutes, depending on the size of the prawns. The time is just enough for them to cook without losing juiciness.
- Serve immediatelyOnce out of the oven, serve the prawns immediately with lemon wedges for extra freshness.
- Council:
- Be sure not to overcook them, as the prawns can dry out quickly.
- You can accompany this dish with a fresh salad or with bread to dip in the juices.
Don't wait any longer to enjoy this easy-to-prepare delicacy; in just a few minutes you will have a delicious dish that will conquer all palates.
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