Prawns are the perfect rescue when you need to make appetizers for an event or party in a crunch! They cook in under five minutes and are jam-packed with superfood nutrients.
Here are four easy prawns appetizer recipes you can prepare in a jiffy!
Creamy Bang Bang Prawns
Have you ever had the Bang Bang Shrimp at Bonefish Grill? Well, now you can make this famous prawns appetizer in your home in under half an hour!
Peel and devein prawns. Chop up some green onions. In one bowl, whisk one-fourth cup of mayo, Thai-style sweet chili sauce, and a few dashes of Sriracha hot chile sauce (depending on how spicy you want it).
In a second bowl, throw in some cornstarch then coat the prawns in it. Heat peanut oil (or your choice of cooking oil) in a saucepan. Fry the prawns until their center is opaque and they’re lightly brown on the outside (about five minutes).
You can remove excess oil by placing the prawns on a paper towel. You can either drizzle the sauce mixture onto the shrimp and toss to make uniform, or you can use the sauce as a dip for the prawns! Spread some lettuce leaves onto a serving bowl then lay the prawns on them and sprinkle the green onions on top. Serve and enjoy!
Full recipe here.
Prawns Scampi Cheesecake
If you like cheese-filled puffs with surprise prawns inside – this recipe is for you! It’s served with more sauteed prawns on the side so you and your guests can choose from both prawns textures.
Peel and devein prawns and cut some into halves. Mince six teaspoons of garlic and one onion. Chop up some chives. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Using medium-low heat, add cooking oil to a saucepan and sautee the garlic and onions until the onions become see-through. Remove and set aside.
Melt butter in the saucepan and add some of the garlic and the prawns. Cook until prawns are pink (about four minutes).
Remove the center circle and a little of the inside of baked puff pastry shells. In a bowl, beat some softened cream cheese until it’s creamy then crack four eggs into it one at a time. Add half a cup of heavy cream, 15 oz. of grated smoked Gouda, two teaspoons of kosher salt, prawns, and the onions. Mix until uniform
Spoon the mixture into the pastry shells. Bake the pastry shells for about half an hour or until filling is brown on top. Remove from oven and decorate with the uncut prawns and the chives.
Serve and enjoy!
Full recipe here.
Prawns Guacamole Bites
This is a fun snack that’s casual enough for someone coming over, while also being appropriate as a party appetizer. It’s also something your guests will appreciate because it’s nutritious and protein-packed!
Preheat your oven for 400 degrees. Peel and devein prawns and drizzle them with extra virgin olive oil, smoked paprika, chili powder, kosher salt, and cumin. Mix to make uniform.
Place the prawns on a baking sheet. Place the prawns in the oven’s middle rack for about five minutes or until they’re just pink.
Chop up one tablespoon of fresh cilantro. Mix one cup of guacamole, two tablespoons of lime juice, and the cilantro in a bowl.
On your preferred serving dish or platter place the roasted prawns with the guacamole mix. You can add feta cheese and more chopped cilantro for extra flavor and texture.
Assemble right before serving to keep the chips crisp and enjoy!
Full Recipe here.
Sweet Prawns Skewers
Prawns barbecued on skewers hits just the right spot this summer! Trading your red meats for prawns means you’ll get higher levels of nutrients without the bad fats. So, it’s a healthier, just-as-tasty alternative!
Mince four garlic cloves. In a large bowl, mix together a fourth cup of olive oil, two tablespoons of soy sauce, two tablespoons of light brown sugar, two tablespoons of apple cider vinegar, two tablespoons of tomato paste, one tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce, one teaspoon of paprika, the minced garlic, one teaspoon of ground cumin, and some Kosher salt and ground black pepper.
Split the contents of the marinade between two containers.
Cut a head of cauliflower into florets, removing stems. Peel and devein a pound of prawns. Cut two red apples into cubes of about an inch in length.
Place the prawns in one container and the cauliflower in the other and refrigerate between two to six hours. When you’re ready to prepare the prawns skewers, mix together one tablespoon of lemon juice with the apples. Skewer the cauliflower, prawns, and apples in an alternating fashion.
Preheat grill to medium high heat then place your skewers onto the grill and let cook for up to seven minutes. Make sure to flip at least once for even cooking.
Serve with or without barbecue sauce and enjoy!
Full recipe here.
Try these prawns appetizer recipes if you’re about to entertain guests or prepare for a party! On one hand, they’ll most likely be grateful you’re offering more than the usual crackers and cheese. And, on the other hand, you’ll be boosting their health with a superfood instead of the unhealthy appetizer alternatives. Both hands win!