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Recipes from French Polynesia (Tahiti): Papeete Tahitian Prawns

Recipes from French Polynesia


Papeete Tahitian Prawns

Country: French Polynesia
Course: Appetizer
Makes: 4 servings



Ingredients:

  • 1 lb prawns
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 2-3 tbsp oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/8 tsp ground red pepper (more to taste)
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 2 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1 1/2 tsp parsley, finely chopped

Directions:

  1. Wash and devein your prawns. Set aside.
  2. Saute the onion in the oil until it starts to turn golden, then add the prawns. Cook until just pink. Season with salt and pepper, then add the white wine, garlic and paprika.
  3. Cover and let simmer for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley and serve.