Vida Recetas Editorial
The king prawn is a highly prized seafood for its firm, sweet flesh, and this recipe for baked king prawns is one of the simplest and most delicious ways to prepare it. Ideal for a special meal or a festive dinner, this preparation highlights the natural flavor of the seafood with a marinade of garlic, parsley, and extra virgin olive oil.
With a low difficulty level, this recipe is perfect for both novice cooks and experts looking for a spectacular result without complications. The prawns are baked at 175°C for about 20 minutes, achieving a juicy and lightly golden texture. The garlic and parsley marinade coats each piece, creating an irresistible aroma.
Although baking is a common technique in Mediterranean cuisine, this preparation has become popular throughout Spain, especially in coastal regions. It can be served as a main course accompanied by a salad or crusty bread, or as a shared appetizer. If desired, you can add a touch of fresh cilantro to give it a different twist.
In short, this recipe for baked king prawns is a winning option to surprise your guests with quality seafood, prepared simply and with an unforgettable flavor.
Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Servings
4
Preheat the oven to 175 degrees
Line the oven tray with aluminum foil and place the prawns on top
Prepare a mash with garlic, coarse-fat salt, chopped parsley and virgin olive oil.
Put the mash on the prawns and put them in the oven for about 20 minutes until they are done.
Take them out of the oven and serve on the tray to prevent them from cooling down.
This recipe has a easy difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is 10 minutes and the cooking time is 20 minutes.
This recipe is designed for 4 servings.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.
