Prawns of Passion Recipe
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Prawns of Passion

By: Diane Broeman 
"Buttery and garlicky with a rich tomato sauce. This recipe is sure to put your taste buds into overdrive! Sexy, sexy food! Serve with a green salad and crusty French bread."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.6 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (17)

What to Drink?

Wine Sauvignon Blanc
Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
1 Hr 40 Min
Ready In:
1 Hr 55 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter, divided
  • 1 medium head garlic, peeled and minced
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 2 pounds large prawns - peeled, deveined and butterflied
  • 1 medium head garlic, peeled and minced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Directions

  1. Melt 1/2 cup butter in a saucepan over low heat. Add 1 minced head of garlic and saute for 2 to 3 minutes until soft. Stir in the tomatoes and bring to a simmer. Continue cooking until reduced to a thick paste, about 60 to 90 minutes.
  2. In a separate saucepan, melt remaining 1/2 cup butter in a saucepan over low heat. Saute remaining garlic for 2 to 3 minutes.
  3. Toss prawns in garlic butter sauce and place on a baking sheet. Broil until pink, do not overcook.
  4. Spread the warm tomato mixture onto serving plates. Place prawns on top of tomato sauce and sprinkle with chopped parsley.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 523 | Total Fat: 33.7g | Cholesterol: 81mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 17, 2003 by CLAUDIAC   view full review
Served this as first course for my husband's Valentines' Day dinner. I was a little leary of...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on May 19, 2005 by MADSISTER   view full review
I'm almost at a loss for words, this dish is so good. Thank you so much Diane!!! My fiance...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on May 7, 2005 by LISAMONIQUE   view full review
I made this with about half the butter, it was super easy and very yummy. Last minute I had to...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 4, 2005 by SKYTONIC   view full review
We love garlic! You have to with this one, or it might be too much. I served it with pasta. ...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 19, 2008 by MATTSHEILA   view full review
I had to half the recipe because I didn't have a big enough can tomatoes, but it worked well...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 8, 2007 by THEIRTIEN   view full review
This recipe should include a note of caution. If you make this recipe, there will definitely...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 28, 2004 by GOOMBUMP   view full review
Heavenly! This is decidedly a fantastic treat for the palate. What a delightful combination of...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 1, 2010 by Liana   view full review
Prawns of Passion indeed! An impressive first course for our first anniversary dinner and so...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 5, 2010 by Sherry   view full review
How can something so easy be so delicious! I will definately be making this again.
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 22, 2009 by itsstillme   view full review
My honey says 5 stars!

 

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