Juicy Scotch Bonnet Garlic Butter Prawns

These JUICY prawns are bathed in a fiery, fragrant scotch bonnet garlic butter that hits you with bold heat, buttery richness, and deep Caribbean flavor. Perfect for spooning over rice, scooping with bread, or just devouring straight out of the pan. This one’s loud, saucy, and completely unforgettable.

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  •   1 lb large prawns, shell-on or peeled
  •   4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  •   5 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  •   1 fresh scotch bonnet, finely chopped
  •   Juice of 1 lime
  •   1 tablespoon olive oil
  •   Salt + pepper to taste
  •   Handful chopped fresh parsley (optional)
  •   Optional splash of white wine or seafood stock

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Method

1. Prep the prawns: Rinse and pat dry. Season with salt, pepper, and a touch of lime juice.
2. Sizzle the aromatics: In a skillet, heat olive oil and melt in the butter. Add chopped garlic and scotch bonnet. Sauté 1–2 minutes until fragrant but not burned.
3. Cook the prawns: Add prawns in a single layer and cook 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Splash in wine or stock if using.
4. Finish & serve: Add the rest of the lime juice and sprinkle over fresh parsley. Spoon the buttery sauce over everything. Serve HOT.

Nutrition (Estimate Per Serving)

• Calories: ~360
• Protein: 27g
• Fat: 24g
• Carbs: 3g
• Sugar: 0g

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