Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2.5
servings
1 clove

garlic

finely chopped

115 g

butter

melted

1 tbsp

plain flour

1 cup

chicken stock

0.5 cup

cream

2 tbsp

white wine

750 g

uncooked prawns

0.5 tsp

mustard powder

1 tbsp

parsley

chopped

Step 1
~2 min

Melt the butter in a saucepan over low to medium heat.

Step 2
~2 min

Finely chop the garlic and add it to the melted butter.

Step 3
~2 min

Stir in the flour until well combined and the mixture forms a roux. Remove the saucepan from the heat.

Step 4
~2 min

Gradually whisk in the chicken stock, cream, and white wine until the sauce is smooth.

Step 5
~2 min

Return the saucepan to medium or medium-high heat.

Step 6
~2 min

Continue stirring until the sauce thickens.

Step 7
~2 min

Bring the sauce to a boil.

Step 8
~2 min

Add the mustard powder, salt, and pepper to taste.

Step 9
~2 min

Add the uncooked prawns to the sauce.

Step 10
~2 min

Cook the prawns for approximately 5 minutes, or until they turn pink and are cooked through.

Step 11
~2 min

Stir in the chopped parsley.

Step 12
~2 min

Serve hot over your favorite rice.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use fresh prawns for the best flavor.

Don't overcook the prawns, or they will become rubbery.

Adjust the amount of garlic to your preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Sauce can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High (Garlic)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with steamed rice or crusty bread.

Offer a side salad for a balanced meal.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green salad with lemon vinaigrette
Garlic bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

Popular in coastal regions

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Date night
Family meal

Popularity Score

70/100

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