How to cook Prawns in Garlic and Butter Sauce
1
Prepare
Trim, devein, rinse, and thoroughly pat the prawns dry. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
2
Toast the garlic
Melt half the butter with the oil over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant and pale golden.
3
Cook the prawns
Add prawns in one layer and cook 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
4
Finish the sauce
Lower the heat, add the remaining butter and calamansi juice, and toss until glossy.
5
Plate
Arrange on a round plate and spoon the toasted garlic butter over the prawns. Finish with parsley.
Maria’s tip: Patting the prawns dry helps them sear instead of steam.
Food safety: Cook prawns until opaque throughout, about 63°C (145°F).