Prawns with Pineapple in Orange Sauce and Scented w

Name: Prawns with Pineapple in Orange Sauce and Scented with Vanilla
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup orange juice; 1 cup peeled prawns; 1/4 cup sugar; 3 slices cleaned pineapple, cut into pieces; 1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise; 6 tablespoons Sherry vinegar; 1 teaspoon vanilla sugar; A few drops Worcestershire sauce; 1/2 cup olive oil; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 3/4 cup assorted lettuce

Servings: persons

1
Bring the orange juice to a simmer in a saucepan.
2
Add the prawns and cook just until the prawns are cooked through, about 3 minutes.
3
Drain the prawns, reserving the orange juice.
4
In a saute pan, add 1/4 cup of the sugar and the pineapple and cook over high heat for 30 seconds.
5
Add the reserved orange juice and vanilla bean and cook for 3 minutes, until sugar is dissolved.
6
Remove from the heat and let steep while you prepare the vinaigrette.
7
Whisk together the sherry vinegar, vanilla sugar, and Worcestershire sauce.
8
Add in 2 tablespoons of the pineapple liquid.
9
Slowly whisk in the olive oil.
10
Season, to taste, with salt and pepper.
11
Place the greens on a platter.
12
Remove the pineapple from the liquid and place on the greens.
13
Top with the poached prawns.
14
Drizzle with the vinaigrette.

434

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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: 1 cup orange juice, 1 cup peeled prawns, 1/4 cup sugar, 3 slices cleaned pineapple, cut into pieces, and more.

Yes, Prawns with Pineapple in Orange Sauce and Scented with Vanilla 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.

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Prawns with Pineapple in Orange Sauce and Scented with Vanilla

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