Cajun Pan Prawns Recipe

Tired of boring shrimp? This Cajun Pan Prawns recipe is a game-changer! A friend's secret recipe, it's unbelievably fast (ready in under 15 minutes!), incredibly easy, and bursting with flavor. Succulent prawns simmer in a spicy, buttery sauce that's perfect for dipping crusty bread. Get ready for a taste sensation that'll impress your guests!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 13 mins
Calories 346.6 kcal
Protein 46g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cajun Pan Prawns

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How to Make Cajun Pan Prawns

  1. Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a large frying pan over medium heat.
  2. Add 1 teaspoon of Tabasco sauce, 1 teaspoon of Cajun spice, and 1/2 teaspoon of seasoning salt. Stir to combine.
  3. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  4. Add 1 pound of peeled and deveined prawns to the pan. Gently toss to coat the prawns evenly in the sauce.
  5. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the prawns turn pink and are cooked through. (Note: Cooking time depends on the size of your prawns).
  6. Serve immediately with slices of crusty bread for dipping in the delicious pan juices.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

48 g

Sugar

17g

Fat

4g

Carbs

17g