Heat the clay pot
Warm the clay pot on the hob over low heat. Add the butter and extra virgin olive oil and let them foam.
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Akdeniz Usulü Güveçte Sarımsaklı Karides – Mediterranean Garlic Prawns Recipe
Fresh prawns sizzling in a clay pot with extra virgin olive oil, plenty of garlic, hot red pepper flakes and fresh parsley.
Prep 10 minCook 10 minTotal 20 minServings 2Difficulty Easy
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Fry the garlic and pepper
Add the thinly sliced garlic and the hot red pepper flakes and stir for 1 minute, until the garlic smells fragrant.
Chef's tip: Take care not to let the garlic burn.
Sauté the prawns
Add the prawns and sauté them on both sides over high heat for 2-3 minutes, until they turn pink and curl.
Season and serve
Add the salt and the freshly chopped parsley. Take the pot to the table straight away while it is still sizzling, and eat by dipping bread into it.
Time's up! Enjoy your meal.
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