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Portuguese Prawns

Cultural Context

Originating from the coastal regions of Portugal, Portuguese Prawns reflect the country’s rich maritime culture and love for seafood. This dish is often enjoyed as a tapa or appetizer, highlighting the simplicity and freshness of its ingredients. Today, it has gained popularity in various global cuisines, often adapted with local spices and cooking methods.

PortuguesePTmain
30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1kg of Jumbo Prawns (unpeeled)
250-350g of margarine or butter
3 cloves of garlic (crushed and peeled)
2/3 red chillis (coarsely chopped)
Olive oil
Beer
Vodka
3 generous squirts of yellow mustard
Optional: a couple of teaspoons of stronger mustard
2 squirts of Piri Piri sauce

white wine

🥗Healthier: chicken broth

💰Cheaper: water + vinegar

Chicken broth adds flavor without alcohol.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and enhances flavor.

red pepper flakes

🥗Healthier: fresh chili

💰Cheaper: black pepper

Fresh chili provides heat without added cost.

parsley

🥗Healthier: cilantro

💰Cheaper: spinach

Cilantro gives a fresh taste, while spinach is more economical.

1

Melt the margarine or butter in a large pot or wok.

2

Add the crushed garlic and chopped red chillis to the pot, letting them cook for a couple of minutes to release their flavors.

3

Pour in the olive oil and mix well.

4

Add the prawns to the pot, keeping the heat low for a gentle simmer.

5

As the prawns start to change color, add the beer and vodka. Let the alcohol evaporate for a couple of minutes.

6

Stir in the mustard and Piri Piri sauce. For more sauce, add additional margarine or butter.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingseasoning

Equipment Needed

large potwok

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Dietary

gluten-free

Allergens

shellfishsulfites

Also Known As

Camarão à GuilhoGarlic Prawns

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