Broiled Lemon and Garlic Tiger Prawns

Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Servings: 6
Yield: 6 servings

Description

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.

Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds tiger prawns, peeled and deveined
1 cup butter
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

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.
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.
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.