Amaretto Prawns/Shrimp Appetizer Recipe

Name: Amaretto Prawns/Shrimp Appetizer
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 16 large prawns; 2 tablespoons butter; ¾ teaspoon lemon zest; ½ teaspoon orange zest; 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed; 2 tablespoons orange juice, freshly squeezed; 3 tablespoons brandy; 2 teaspoons amaretto liqueur; ¾ cup heavy cream; salt; white pepper

Servings: persons

16 large prawns
2 tablespoons butter
¾ teaspoon lemon zest
½ teaspoon orange zest
2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
2 tablespoons orange juice, freshly squeezed
3 tablespoons brandy
2 teaspoons amaretto liqueur
¾ cup heavy cream
salt
white pepper

1
Shell prawns, leaving tail intact, and devein.
2
Melt butter in a large skillet and add prawns, cooking 4-5 minutes.
3
Remove from pan and set aside.
4
Mix together the lemon and orange peel (zests), the lemon and orange juices, the brandy, and the Amaretto and bring to a boil in the pan.
5
Add the heavy cream and continue cooking until slightly reduced and thick enough to coat the prawns.
6
Return the prawns to the pan and cook until heated through.
7
Season to taste with salt and pepper,.
8
Arrange prawns 4 to a plate, in a circular pattern with the tails pointing inches.
9
Mask with the sauce and serve immediately.

210

kcal

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Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 16 large prawns, 2 tablespoons butter, ¾ teaspoon lemon zest, ½ teaspoon orange zest, and more.

Yes, Amaretto Prawns/Shrimp Appetizer falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Amaretto Prawns/Shrimp Appetizer

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