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Baked Prawns

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Baked Prawns

With Spain’s expansive coastlines and multiple islands, seafood is a staple of the cuisine. This quick and easy prawn dish will add a pop of protein and a wonderful smokiness to your tapas-style lineup.

Ingredients

  • 1 tsp (5 mL) extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp (5 mL) tomato paste
  • 1/2 tsp (2 mL) hot smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp (2 mL) dried oregano
  • 20 fresh prawns, peeled and deveined
  • Diced green onions and lemon wedges for garnish (optional)

Nutrition

Per serving:

  • calories 143
  • protein 25 g
  • total fat 3 g
    • sat. fat 1 g
  • carbohydrates 2 g
    • sugars 0 g
    • fibre 0 g
  • sodium 270 mg

Directions

01
Preheat oven to 400 F (200 C) and line baking tray with parchment paper.
02
In medium bowl, mix oil, tomato paste, and spices to form a paste. Add prawns and toss to coat. If there’s time, allow prawns to marinate for 15 minutes, but this is not necessary. Place prawns on lined baking tray and bake in preheated oven for 5 to 6 minutes, or until prawns are cooked through.
03
Serve on small plate and garnish with green onions and lemon wedges, if desired.

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