“This is a super-quick, super-easy meal for one. Flash-fried prawns are served in a creamy sauce bursting with the lovely flavour of Harissa paste (widely available at all supermarkets). Serve it over your choice of ‘base’ (like courgetti or your favourite low carb noodles) or simply enjoy as is. I had it over shirataki / konjac ‘fettucine’ (as pictured) and it was perfect! Since the choice of ‘base’ is your choice, the macros shown here indicate the creamy prawn sauce only.” – Monya
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A delicious keto dinner idea is prawns in a harissa-flavoured creamy sauce. This flavourful dish combines the succulence of prawns with the spicy kick of harissa and the richness of a creamy sauce. To prepare this mouth-watering recipe, start by heating a skillet and frying the prawns until they turn pink and opaque. This step will infuse the prawns with a delightful, seared flavour.
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Once the prawns are cooked, add the zesty harissa paste and cream, stirring the ingredients together until well combined. The cream will add a luscious and velvety texture to the sauce, complementing the prawns perfectly.
Allow the mixture to simmer gently for a few minutes, allowing the flavours to meld together. The result is a delectable and satisfying dish that tantalizes the taste buds.
This is an indulgent choice for those following a low-carb diet, packed with a combination of flavours that will leave you craving more. I like it over konjac (shirataki) noodles.
It is important to note that to maintain ketosis, it’s essential to track carbohydrate intake and ensure it aligns with your daily macro goals. Consulting with a healthcare professional is advised before making significant dietary changes. Scroll to the bottom to see the full macros and allergens for this Prawns in Harissa Cream dish, as well as all the Seafood on Fats of Life®.
Prawns in Harissa Cream
Per serving
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 tsp unsalted butter
- 185 g (6.5 oz) raw, peeled prawns
- 20 g (0.7 oz) harissa paste
- 50 g (1.8 oz) double cream
- 30 g (1 oz) soured cream
- salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 lemon, juice only
- small handful fresh parsley, finely chopped to garnish
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large, non-stick pan or wok. Cook the prawns over high heat on both sides until they turn pink. Remove and set aside on a plate.
- Reduce the heat and add the Harissa paste, cream and sour cream to the same pan. Mix well and allow the sauce to thicken and reduce a little. Return the prawns to the pan to gently warm through.
- Serve over your favourite 'base' (I used shirataki noodles, as pictured) and season with a generous squeeze of lemon juice, salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Scatter over freshly chopped parsley. Too easy!
My name is Monya Kilian Palmer. If you loved this recipe, please follow and tag me @mkilianpalmer on Instagram so we can all see your lovely creations!
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Nutritional Information per servingCalories            616Kcal / 2577kJ
Fat                 46g
Carbohydrates       4.8g
Protein             45g
Allergens
Milk
Crustaceans
Sulphites (found in the Harissa pasta)
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Drop me a line if you have any questions or comments about this recipe. I will do my best to reply as soon as possible! Monya xxx