Durban's spicy pan-grilled prawns

shrimp

🥗Healthier: scallops

💰Cheaper: pollock

Scallops are leaner, while pollock is more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers a similar acidity, while vinegar is often cheaper.

chili powder

🥗Healthier: cayenne pepper

💰Cheaper: red pepper flakes

Cayenne is spicier, while red pepper flakes are more accessible.

Make the paste by mixing garlic butter, 17 herb spice, and a small amount of salt in a bowl.

Ensure garlic butter is at room temperature for easy mixing.

Heat a pan and add a small amount of oil to grease the base.

Brush the garlic butter mixture onto each prawn, focusing on the meaty part.

Place the prawns into the hot oil quickly, pressing them down to retain shape.

Cook the prawns for about 1 minute, turning them as soon as the shell turns orange-pink.

Remove the prawns from the pan once cooked to avoid overcooking, which can make them hard and leathery.

Melt leftover spiced garlic butter and pour it over the cooked prawns for added flavor.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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Allergens