Tiger Prawns In Garlic Butter
- 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
- 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!
shrimp, butter, vegetable oil, garlic, fresh coriander, tortilla, lemon slice
Taken from www.food.com/recipe/tiger-prawns-in-garlic-butter-37019 (may not work)