Sauteed Fresh Water Prawns With Peppers And Basil Pesto Recipe

Name: Sauteed Fresh Water Prawns With Peppers And Basil Pesto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: PRAWNS:; 1 tbl olive oil; 12 prawns, peeled and deveined; 1/2 cup mixed thinly sliced peppers; 2 oz white wine; 2 tbl basil pesto (recipe follows); Salt and pepper to taste; PESTO:; 2 cups tightly packed fresh basil leaves; 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese; 1/4 cup toasted pinenuts; 2 cloves garlic, crushed; 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; Pinch of salt

Servings: persons

PRAWNS:
1 tbl olive oil
12 prawns, peeled and deveined
1/2 cup mixed thinly sliced peppers
2 oz white wine
2 tbl basil pesto (recipe follows)
Salt and pepper to taste
PESTO:
2 cups tightly packed fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup toasted pinenuts
2 cloves garlic, crushed
3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
Pinch of salt

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PRAWNS:
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Heat olive oil in large pan over medium high heat until oil just begins to smoke. Add prawns, season lightly with salt and pepper, and allow to cook for 30 seconds. Add peppers and stir, continuing to cook until prawns are almost done and peppers begin to wilt, about 2 minutes. Add wine and basil pesto, stirring to evenly coat all the prawns, continue to cook until liquid has evaporated and prawns are just cooked through, about 1 minute.
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PESTO:
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Combine all ingredients in food processor and process until almost smooth, scraping down the sides of the bowl as necessary. Refrigerate or freeze immediately.

722

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: PRAWNS:, 1 tbl olive oil, 12 prawns, peeled and deveined, 1/2 cup mixed thinly sliced peppers, and more.

Yes, Sauteed Fresh Water Prawns With Peppers And Basil Pesto 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.

Sauteed Fresh Water Prawns With Peppers And Basil Pesto

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