Sizzling raw prawns in a pool of golden butter and crushed garlic form the base of these Garlic Prawns Korky Style, a quick-fire dish that prioritizes big, punchy flavors. The heat from the chilli sauce cuts through the richness of the butter, while a generous handful of fresh basil leaves provides an earthy, herbaceous lift that balances the sweetness of the seafood.
Because the cooking process is so fast, the prawns stay snappy and succulent rather than rubbery. A sharp squeeze of lemon juice added right at the end brightens the entire pan, pulling the garlic and salt into focus. It is the kind of meal that demands a side of crusty bread to mop up every drop of the leftover buttery, chilli-infused sauce.
This is a high-reward, low-effort dinner for weeknights when you want restaurant-quality seafood at home. By working in two batches, you ensure the prawns sear properly in the pan instead of steaming in their own juices, resulting in that slightly caramelized exterior that makes all the difference.
Read Full StoryIf you enjoy the punchy, aromatic profile of this Korky-style preparation, you might want to experiment with different cooking methods to see how they change the prawn's texture. For those who prefer a crunchier bite, our classic fried garlic prawns offer a fantastic contrast in mouthfeel, while a spin in the tandoori garlic prawns introduces a smoky depth that pairs perfectly with cooling side dishes.
Key Ingredients
- Raw green prawns: The primary protein, prepared de-veined with the tails left on.
- Garlic: Freshly crushed cloves provide the essential aromatic base for the sauce.
- Butter: Used as the rich cooking fat to sauté the aromatics and prawns.
- Chilli sauce: Provides the spicy heat that defines the Korky style flavor profile.
- Fresh basil: Added at the end to provide a bright, herbal finish to the dish.
- Lemon juice: Poured over the cooked prawns to add necessary acidity and brightness.
More Ways to Enjoy Garlic Prawns
- Garlic butter tiger prawns are a great choice if you have large, meaty crustaceans that benefit from a rich, simple basting sauce.
- Try the creamy garlic prawns when you want to coat pasta or crusty bread in a decadent, velvet-like sauce.
- Our garlic butter prawns are the ideal weeknight staple when you need something quick, flavorful, and reliable on the table.
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