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Creamy Tuscan Prawns with Spinach & Sun Dried Tomatoes

Creamy Tuscan Prawns with Spinach & Sun Dried Tomatoes
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Creamy Tuscan Prawns with Spinach & Sun Dried Tomatoes is a quick and easy dish that combines succulent prawns in a luscious creamy sauce with fresh spinach and tangy sun dried tomatoes. Perfect for a healthy, flavorful weeknight meal or an elegant dinner, this recipe delivers rich Tuscan flavors with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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Seafood & Vegetables

  • 400g peeled and deveined fresh prawns
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
  • 1/2 cup sun dried tomatoes, chopped (preferably packed in oil)

Dairy & Fats

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp butter

Aromatics & Herbs

  • 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 small onion or 2 shallots, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp dried or 1 tbsp fresh Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Peel and devein the prawns if not already done. Finely chop the garlic and onion or shallots. Roughly chop the sun dried tomatoes and fresh spinach to have all ready ahead for smooth cooking.
  2. Sauté Aromatics and Prawns: Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and onion and cook until fragrant and translucent, about 2-3 minutes. Add the prawns and sauté 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and just cooked through. Remove prawns from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Create the Creamy Tuscan Sauce: In the same pan, add the chopped sun dried tomatoes and Italian herbs to the remaining oil and butter. Stir to combine, then pour in the heavy cream. Let simmer gently over low heat until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3-5 minutes. Stir in freshly grated parmesan cheese until the sauce is silky and smooth.
  4. Add Spinach and Combine: Add the fresh spinach leaves to the sauce and cook until wilted, about 1-2 minutes. Return the cooked prawns to the pan and toss gently to coat evenly with the creamy sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Final Touches and Serve: Give everything a final gentle toss, then turn off the heat. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil or parsley if desired, alongside crusty bread, rice, or pasta.

Notes

  • Use fresh prawns for the best texture and flavor.
  • Avoid overcooking the prawns to prevent rubbery texture.
  • Choose sun dried tomatoes packed in oil for richer taste.
  • Simmer the sauce gently on low heat to avoid curdling.
  • Use fresh herbs like basil and oregano for authentic Tuscan flavor.

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Keywords: cream, prawns, tuscan, spinach, sun dried tomatoes, easy dinner, gluten free, italian, seafood, quick recipe

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