Prawns Entrees

Potted prawns

Name: Potted prawns
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 225g unsalted butter; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; Pinch of chilli flakes; 500g small green prawns, peeled, de-veined, halved lengthways; Melba toast, to serve; Lemon wedges, to serve

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These potted delights are great for your next cocktail party.

225g unsalted butter
2 garlic cloves, crushed
Pinch of chilli flakes
500g small green prawns, peeled, de-veined, halved lengthways
Melba toast, to serve
Lemon wedges, to serve

Method

1.

Melt the butter in a large frypan, add the garlic, chilli flakes and prawns, and cook over medium heat for about 2-3 minutes or until prawns just turn opaque.
2.

Remove prawns and divide them between 6 small ramekins, then pour flavoured butter over the top, discarding any solids in pan. Refrigerate until solid. Serve with Melba toast and lemon wedges. Garnish with chervil or parsley, if desired.