Spicy Cajun Tiger Prawns

Spicy Cajun Tiger Prawns are the perfect starter, ready in just 30 minutes and bursting with flavour. Cooked in a zesty garlic lime butter sauce, this dish is irresistibly garlicky, spicy, and sure to become a favorite.

Spicy Cajun Tiger Prawns

Serves 3

Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients

Tiger Prawns	1 kg
Butter	125 grams (½ cup)
Garlic Cloves (chopped)	6
Paprika	2 tsp
Ground Black Pepper	1 tsp
Ground White Pepper	1 tsp
Onion Powder	1 tsp
Dried Oregano	1 tsp
Cayenne Pepper	1 tsp
Thyme	1 tsp
Salt	1 tsp
Juice from 1 lime

Cooking Method

Step 01	Use small scissors or a paring knife to cut along the top of the prawn shells, slicing into the flesh to expose the vein. Make a long incision down the back and use the tip of a knife or a toothpick to lift out the vein.
Step 02	Combine the dry spices and salt in a bowl, then set aside.
Step 03	In a large frying pan, melt the butter over medium-high heat.
Step 04	Add minced garlic to the pan and cook for about 1 minute, stirring, until fragrant.
Step 05	Stir in the mixed spices, then add the prawns. Cook them for 2 minutes on one side, stirring occasionally.
Step 06	Flip the prawns and cook for another 2 minutes on the other side until they start turning pink.
Step 07	Stir in lime juice, adjust salt or lime juice to taste, and remove from heat. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve.