Ingredients:

  • 1 lb large prawns, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes

Instructions:

  1. Rinse and pat dry the prawns. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the prawns in a single layer, cooking until pink and opaque (about 2-3 minutes per side). Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute). Pour in heavy cream and broth, stirring to combine.
  4. Allow the sauce to simmer gently for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Stir in lemon juice, parsley, and Parmesan cheese. Add red pepper flakes if desired.
  6. Return the prawns to the skillet. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, ensuring prawns are heated through.
  7. Remove from heat and serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley if desired.