Broiled Lemon and Garlic Tiger Prawns

Tiger prawns are butterflied, brushed with butter and Parmesan cheese, then broiled. This is a family favorite for home movie night; it's quick and easy and kids like the 'finger food' style.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 371 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
• 1.5 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1.5 pounds tiger prawns, peeled and deveined

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven on broiler setting. With a sharp knife, remove tails from prawns, and butterfly them from the underside. Arrange prawns on broiler pan.

Step 2

In a small saucepan, melt butter with garlic and lemon juice. Pour 1/4 cup butter mixture in a small bowl, and brush onto prawns. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over shrimp.

Step 3

Place broiler pan on top rack, and broil prawns for 4 to 5 minutes, or until done. Serve with remaining butter mixture for dipping.