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Grilled Cheese Prawns
Easy and quick Grilled Cheese Prawns recipe brings a mouthwatering appetizer or a side to the table in less than 30 minutes. The perfectly baked succulent prawns with melted cheese on top are absolutely delightful and irresistible.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 293 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 egg yolk
- 4 large prawns
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise and egg yolk, stirring well. Set aside.
- Rinse four large prawns and pat them dry with paper towels. Using a sharp knife, make a shallow cut down the middle of the back of each prawn to create a pocket, being careful not to cut all the way through. Clean and devein the prawns. Transfer them to a baking pan lined with parchment paper.
- Generously coat each prawn with the mayonnaise mixture and stuff them with shredded cheese, gently pressing the cheese into the pockets to fill the space evenly.
- Bake the prawns in the preheated oven (or on an outdoor grill) for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the prawns turn pink and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve immediately, garnished with freshly chopped parsley on top.
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Notes
- Pick fresh large prawns for the best taste. Fresh prawns will have a sweet and succulent flavor, enhancing the overall taste of your grilled cheese prawns.
- Don't Overcook the Prawns. Prawns cook quickly, and overcooking can result in a rubbery texture. Keep a close eye on them while baking, and remove them from the oven as soon as they turn pink and opaque. This will ensure they remain juicy and tender.
- Select a cheese that melts well and complements the prawns. Cheddar, mozzarella, Gouda, or a blend of cheeses are excellent choices. Avoid using cheeses that are too pungent or overpowering, as they may mask the delicate flavors of the prawns.
Nutrition Information
Serving
2people
Calories
293kcal
(15%)
Carbohydrates
2g
(1%)
Protein
14g
(28%)
Fat
25g
(38%)
Saturated Fat
10g
(50%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
7g
Monounsaturated Fat
7g
Trans Fat
0.03g
Cholesterol
147mg
(49%)
Sodium
445mg
(19%)
Potassium
66mg
(2%)
Fiber
0.1g
(0%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
686IU
(14%)
Vitamin C
3mg
(3%)
Calcium
298mg
(30%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 2people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 293
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2people | |
| Calories | 293kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 14g | 28% |
| Fat | 25g | 38% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7g | 41% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 0.03g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 147mg | 49% |
| Sodium | 445mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 66mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 686IU | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 298mg | 30% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.