Oven Baked Prawns
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Overview
This recipe for Oven Baked Prawns is a delightful way to enjoy seafood with minimal effort. The process begins with cleaning the prawns, which involves removing the shell and the intestine to ensure a clean bite. This step is crucial for achieving the best texture and flavor in the final dish.
The prawns are then placed in a baking dish and dressed with a simple yet flavorful citronette made from lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, and fresh parsley. This dressing not only adds a zesty flavor but also helps to create a beautiful emulsion that coats the prawns evenly.
A clever trick in this recipe is to cover the prawns with baking paper before placing them in the oven. This technique helps to keep the prawns moist and tender while they cook. Baking them at 200°C for just 12 minutes results in perfectly cooked prawns that are soft and bursting with flavor.
Once out of the oven, the aroma is irresistible, and the prawns are ready to be enjoyed. This dish is not only quick to prepare but also makes for an impressive meal that can be served at any gathering. Whether enjoyed with your hands or plated elegantly, these Oven Baked Prawns are sure to be a hit.
Recipe Details
Steps & Tips
Remove the shell from the prawns, keeping the body and tail intact.
Make an incision along the back to remove the intestine.
Put the cleaned prawns in a baking dish.
Mix lemon juice, salt, pepper, and chopped fresh parsley in a bowl.
Slowly pour in olive oil while mixing to create an emulsion.
Pour the emulsion over the prawns.
Tip: Cover the prawns with baking paper to keep them soft and retain moisture.
Cover the prawns with baking paper.
Cook in a static oven at 200° for 12 minutes.
Taste the baked prawns.
Ingredients
Ingredient: Shellfish
→ Substitution: Chicken or Tofu
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Interesting Tidbits
- •Cleaning prawns involves removing the shell and intestine for a better texture.
- •A citronette is a simple vinaigrette made with lemon juice and olive oil.
- •Covering the prawns with baking paper helps retain moisture during cooking.
- •Baking prawns at a high temperature ensures they cook quickly and evenly.
