Garlic Prawn and Asparagus Tartlets

1. 1

   Preheat oven to fan 200C/conventional 220C/gas 7.

2. 2

   Peel prawns, leaving tail end of shell on.

3. 3

   For marinade, mix oil, garlic, zest and parsley, then season.

4. 4

   Marinate prawns and asparagus in half the mixture, stir lemon juice into remainder for dressing.

5. 5

   Heat oil in a pan, throw in shallots and seasoning and fry over medium heat for 10 minutes until golden and softened.

6. 6

   Cut out 6 x 10cm circles from pastry, lay them on a baking sheet; Using a knife, mark a circle part way through the pastry, 1cm in from the edge; Bake for 10 mins until golden.

7. 7

   Meanwhile, heat a pan, add prawns and asparagus, cook over a high heat for 3-4 mins; Stir in balsamic vinegar, take off heat and add rocket, prawns, asparagus and dressing on top of the pastry rounds.

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