{"id":248,"date":"2026-06-19T17:40:14","date_gmt":"2026-06-19T17:40:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dragonfirekitchen.co.uk\/?p=248"},"modified":"2026-06-20T09:28:24","modified_gmt":"2026-06-20T09:28:24","slug":"coral-bay-garlic-butter-prawns","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dragonfirekitchen.co.uk\/?p=248","title":{"rendered":"Coral Bay Garlic Butter Prawns"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Coral Bay Garlic Butter Prawns \ud83c\udf0a\ud83d\udc09<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Clan: Blue Dragon \ud83c\udf0a<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Category: Seafood Recipes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Coral Bay Garlic Butter Prawns<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Along the sparkling waters of Coral Bay, Blue Dragon clans gather each evening to enjoy the freshest seafood brought ashore by local fishermen. These Garlic Butter Prawns are simple, elegant, and packed with flavour, combining succulent prawns with rich butter, garlic, and fresh herbs to create a feast fit for any coastal tavern.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why You&#8217;ll Love This Recipe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ready in under 20 minutes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rich garlic butter sauce<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Perfect starter or main course<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Great for entertaining<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bursting with coastal flavour<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Prep Time<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">10 Minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cook Time<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">10 Minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Serves<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">4<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For the Prawns<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>500g raw king prawns, peeled and deveined<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tbsp olive oil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>50g butter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>4 cloves garlic, minced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tsp smoked paprika<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd tsp chilli flakes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Juice of 1 lemon<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tsp salt<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd tsp black pepper<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">To Serve<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Crusty bread<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lemon wedges<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Method<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1 \u2013 Prepare the Catch<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pat the prawns dry with kitchen paper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Season lightly with salt, pepper, and paprika.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2 \u2013 Awaken the Butter<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Heat the olive oil and butter in a large frying pan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Add the garlic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cook gently for 1 minute until fragrant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3 \u2013 Summon the Sea<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Add the prawns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cook for 2\u20133 minutes on one side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Turn and cook for another 2 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 4 \u2013 Finish the Feast<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Add the chilli flakes and lemon juice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stir thoroughly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scatter over the parsley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 5 \u2013 Serve<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Serve immediately with crusty bread or rice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Provide extra lemon wedges on the side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udc09 Dragon&#8217;s Tip<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Avoid overcooking the prawns. They should be pink, tender, and juicy rather than rubbery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\uddfa\ufe0f Adventurer&#8217;s Notes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83c\udf0a Blue Dragon Catch<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This recipe works beautifully with scallops or chunks of monkfish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udd25 Tidecaller Upgrade<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Add extra chilli flakes and a dash of hot sauce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2694\ufe0f Captain&#8217;s Feast<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Serve over buttery rice with grilled vegetables.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83e\uddc4 Harbourmaster&#8217;s Secret<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Roast the garlic beforehand for a sweeter, richer flavour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udcb0 Market Day Saver<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use frozen prawns and thaw thoroughly before cooking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udd25 Coastal Camp Method<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cook in a cast-iron pan over a beachside fire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udcdc Lore of the Hoard<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The harbour of Coral Bay is famed throughout the realm for its seafood markets and crystal-clear waters. Every evening, fishermen return with baskets overflowing with shellfish and prawns. Legend tells of a Blue Dragon captain who demanded a meal worthy of a victorious voyage, and the harbour cooks responded with garlic, butter, and the finest prawns they could find. The captain reportedly ordered three servings and declared it the finest meal he&#8217;d eaten in any port. \ud83c\udf0a\ud83d\udc09<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Along the sparkling waters of Coral Bay, Blue Dragon clans gather each evening to enjoy the freshest seafood brought ashore by local fishermen. 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