Kiwi Garlic Butter Prawns (Kōura Whakarite)

Kōura Whakarite, also known as Kiwi Garlic Butter Prawns, is a classic New Zealand dish that showcases the delicious flavors of local seafood. This recipe combines succulent prawns with a rich garlic butter sauce, creating a mouthwatering dish that is perfect for any occasion.

Kiwi Garlic Butter Prawns (Kōura Whakarite)

Ingredients

  • 500g large prawns, peeled and deveined
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add the prawns to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
  4. Stir in the chopped parsley and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Remove from heat and serve the prawns hot, drizzled with the garlic butter sauce.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
25 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
20g
Carbohydrates
5g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Large skillet Wooden spoon Knife Cutting board

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the Kōura Whakarite with a side of steamed vegetables and crusty bread to soak up the delicious garlic butter sauce.

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick of flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic butter sauce.

Cost

$20