Smoked Paprika and Garlic Prawns

I love prawns and I’m always exploring new and interesting ways to serve them. This smoked paprika and garlic prawn recipe is absolutely delicious! The prawn is coated in smoked paprika, black pepper and ginger. Paprika is a milder spice of cayenne pepper, it adds flavour as well as heat to a dish. The chilli and ginger also add a spicy kick to the dish making it much more interesting.

This dish is a great starter to serve at any gathering because it will take only a few minutes to cook. This is a great recipe to explore if you are looking for something a little different. The only way you can experience the true taste of this delicious smoked paprika prawn dish is to make your own.

Once you have prepared all ingredients, it should take you no longer than 10 minutes to cook. Whether you’re looking to serve this dish at your next gathering or just looking to explore something new, this recipe is a great choice. You can serve it with bread, green vegetables or a simple salad to enjoy the flavour.

Method

Smoked Paprika And Garlic Prawns

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• 15 raw tail-on raw prawns
• 1 medium red onion – peeled and finely sliced
• 2 spring onions (scallion) – chopped
• 1 medium lemon – zest
• 1 tsp ground ginger
• 2 cloves garlic – peeled and minced
• 1 tbsp ground smoked paprika
• 1 tsp ground chilli powder
• 1/2 tsp smoked sea salt or regular salt
• 2 tbsp water
• 2 tsp dried parsley or a handful fresh parsley -chopped
• 1 tsp ground black pepper
• 2-3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

For plantains

• 2 large ripe plantains
• 60 – 80 ml vegetable or sunflower oil

1. Prepare the ingredients: chop onions, mince garlic and set aside.

2. Seasoned prawns with paprika, black pepper and ginger.

3. Add two tablespoons of olive oil in a non stick pan then, add the prawns, brown both sides then, remove from the pan and set aside.

4. Now, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil in the pan then, add the chopped onions, garlic and stir-fry for 1 minute.

5. Add the cooked prawns, lemon zest, 2 tablespoons water then, sprinkle some salt and cook for 4-5 minutes on medium heat.

6. Add the parsley and cook for few seconds then, remove from the heat and serve with fried plantains or perhaps something else of your choice.

To Fry Plantain

1. Peel and cut the plantain into medium diagonal slices.

2. Add oil in a non stick pan over medium heat.

3. Add the plantains in batches if necessary and fry for 2-3 minute and flip and cook the other side for about 1- 2 minutes.

4. Once the plantains are cooked, remove from the pan and place on a few layers of paper towel to drain the excess oil.