KI Garlic Butter Prawns

Supplied by Kangaroo Island Garlic

Picture succulent prawns bathed in a rich, buttery sauce infused with the aromatic essence of Kangaroo Island garlic. Paired with a chilled glass of wine and crusty bread, this culinary odyssey is a true showstopper, delivering a symphony of flavors against the backdrop of your own kitchen adventures. This recipe has a Chinese-inspired twist from Adam Liaw's Roadtrip For Good.

Preparation Time: 10 mins

Cooking Time: 5 mins

Serves: 4-6

Ingredients:

• 600 g large whole prawns
• 2 tbsp cornflour, plus extra for thickening
• 1.5 litres vegetable oil, for deep frying
• 50 g butter
• 10 cloves garlic
• 1 tsp fish sauce
• 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine
• a good pinch of sugar
  

Method:

1. Begin by peeling and butterflying the large prawns, utilizing the shells to create a quick fish stock.
2. Velvet the prawns by marinating them in a slightly alkaline solution. Combine water and cornflour, massaging the mixture with the prawns.
3. Flash cook the prawns in a deep frying pan with vegetable oil. Once cooked, promptly remove and drain them.
4. Heat a cast iron skillet on a cooker flame.
5. Roughly chop the Kangaroo Island garlic, so it doesn’t cook too quickly in the butter and burn.
6. Melt butter in the skillet, add the chopped Kangaroo Island garlic, and cook on low heat to infuse flavors without browning the garlic too quickly.
7. Introduce fish stock and other ingredients to the pan, thickening the mixture with a touch of cornflour.
8. Toss the cooked prawns into the pan, ensuring they are well-coated with the flavorful sauce.
9. Slice onions and place them on the hot skillet to prevent overcooking of the prawns.
10. Load the prawns on top, and your delectable dish is ready to be served.

Owner Shane’s suggestions for serving perfection

For a finger feast, crusty bread is the perfect option for mopping up the fantastic butter sauce. Steamed jasmine or basmati rice is also a great choice to soak up the delicious flavours. A simple summer salad and dips are nice additions to the menu too if you want to add freshness. Chilled wine or beer is an absolute must!