Icelandic Creamy Garlic Prawns Delight
Indulge in the luxurious taste of Iceland with our Creamy Garlic Prawns Delight. This exquisite dish features large prawns enveloped in a rich cream sauce, enhanced with a delightful medley of bell peppers and mushrooms. While crustaceans might not have been traditionally popular in Iceland, they have become a cherished delicacy since the 1970s. Whether for a special occasion or simply for a moment of indulgence, this dish will transport you to the captivating lands of Iceland. The preparation and cooking process ensures that each bite is a symphony of flavors, with the fiery touch of brandy adding a delightful finish. Serve over garlic-infused toast points for an extra layer of decadence.
6
Servings
283
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
Prawns
30 (Large size, in their shells)
Butter
5 tablespoons (Divided usage)
Garlic Cloves
2 (Crushed)
Salt
To taste (For seasoning)
Black Pepper
To taste (Freshly ground)
Red Bell Pepper
1 large (Seeded and chopped)
Green Bell Pepper
1 (Seeded and chopped)
Button Mushrooms
5 ounces (Sliced)
Brandy
1 teaspoon (For flavoring)
Cream
2 cups (Heavy or whipping cream)
Instructions
1
Prepare the prawns by splitting them lengthwise with a sharp knife, ensuring the halves remain attached.
2
Combine 3 tablespoons of butter, crushed garlic, a pinch of salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Brush this mixture over the prawns, and refrigerate them for 30 minutes.
3
While prawns are chilling, seed, and chop the red and green bell peppers, and slice the button mushrooms.
4
In a large non-stick frying pan, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Sauté the bell peppers and mushrooms for a few minutes until they are just tender. Remove them from the pan and set aside.
5
In the same pan, place the prawns cut-side down and fry them for 2-3 minutes. Fry in batches if necessary, to avoid overcrowding the pan.
6
Drizzle brandy over the prawns and carefully ignite it using a lighter or matchstick (ensure safety and proper ventilation).
7
Once the flames subside, add cream and the sautéed vegetables to the pan. Let the mixture simmer gently for 2 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
8
Serve immediately by arranging 5 prawns per serving with an equal portion of vegetables and sauce over toast points lightly brushed with garlic-infused olive oil or garlic butter.
Nutrition Information
24g
Fat
5g
Carbs
13g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Icelandic Creamy Garlic Prawns Delight?
It is a luxurious seafood dish featuring large prawns in a rich cream sauce with bell peppers and mushrooms, popular in Iceland since the 1970s.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe is designed to make 6 servings.
What are the main ingredients for this prawn dish?
The main ingredients include 30 large prawns, butter, garlic, red and green bell peppers, button mushrooms, brandy, and heavy cream.
How should the prawns be prepared before cooking?
The prawns should be split lengthwise with a sharp knife while ensuring the halves remain attached.
What goes into the prawn marinade?
The marinade consists of 3 tablespoons of butter, crushed garlic, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
How long should the prawns marinate?
The brushed prawns should be refrigerated for 30 minutes before cooking.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 283 calories.
How much fat is in one serving of this dish?
There are 24 grams of fat per serving.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each serving provides 13 grams of protein.
How many carbohydrates are in each serving?
There are 5 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
What kind of mushrooms are used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 5 ounces of sliced button mushrooms.
How many garlic cloves are needed?
You will need 2 crushed garlic cloves for the butter mixture.
What type of cream is recommended?
The recipe requires 2 cups of heavy or whipping cream.
Why is brandy used in the recipe?
Brandy is used to add a fiery touch and deep flavor through flambéing.
How much brandy is required?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of brandy.
How should the vegetables be cooked?
Sauté the chopped bell peppers and mushrooms in 2 tablespoons of butter until just tender, then set them aside.
How long do you fry the prawns?
Fry the prawns cut-side down for 2-3 minutes, in batches if necessary.
What is the serving suggestion for this dish?
Serve the prawns and sauce over toast points that have been lightly brushed with garlic-infused olive oil or garlic butter.
How many prawns should be served per person?
The recipe suggests arranging 5 prawns per serving.
Is this a traditional Icelandic dish?
While crustaceans weren't traditionally a staple, they became a cherished Icelandic delicacy starting in the 1970s.
What color bell peppers are used?
The dish uses one large red bell pepper and one green bell pepper.
How much butter is used in total?
A total of 5 tablespoons of butter is used, divided between the marinade and the sautéing process.
Does the recipe include fiber or sugar?
The provided nutritional data shows no significant fiber or sugar content.
Should the prawns be peeled?
No, the recipe specifies using large prawns in their shells.
How long should the sauce simmer?
The mixture should simmer gently for 2 minutes after the cream and vegetables are added.
What is the total number of ingredients?
There are 10 main ingredients in this recipe.
Is this dish suitable for special occasions?
Yes, it is described as an exquisite and luxurious dish perfect for special moments of indulgence.
What tools are needed for the flambé step?
You will need a lighter or matchstick to carefully ignite the brandy.
How are the peppers prepared?
The red and green bell peppers should be seeded and chopped.
What kind of texture does the sauce have?
The sauce is rich, creamy, and enhanced by the flavors of garlic and brandy.