Best Prawns Adriatic Recipes

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GRILLED SHRIMP COATED WITH GARLIC AND HERBS



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This is a variation of a common shrimp dish in coastal regions up and down Italy's Adriatic Sea coast. They just might be the perfect appetizer. Shrimp is coated with a mixture of only 4 ingredients then threaded on skewers. They are assembled well ahead and refrigerated until ready to quick grill. Most impressive is their taste, incredible. Although plain breadcrumbs seem to be favored in Italy with this dish, I prefer the added taste from seasoned bread crumbs. If using plain, lightly salt coating. Grilling skewers are best for maximizing flavors but coated shrimp can be oven broiled on a tray without skewers. Either way, try not to overcook. Bottom picture are the coated shrimp skewers. Top, cooked shrimp piled high.

Provided by Peter Steriti

Categories     European

Time 36m

Yield 48 shrimp, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 lbs large shrimp (31-35 per pound)
1/3 rd cup olive oil
1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic
3/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
skewer
lemon wedge

Steps:

  • Remove shells from the shrimp including tails; devein, rinse and thoroughly dry.
  • Stir olive oil and garlic in oversized bowl large enough to hold all ingredients. Mix bread crumbs and parsley with the olive oil and garlic. Mixture should be moist.
  • Coat the shrimp by tossing. Thread the shrimp onto skewers. Try not to overcrowd. Line them side by side on a sheet of plastic wrap or wax paper. When finished, sprinkle leftover breadcrumb mixture over the skewers and lightly press onto the shrimp equally on both sides. Seal the skewers in plastic wrap and refrigerate at least a few hours or overnight.
  • Pre-heat the grill or broiler. Medium char the first side, about 2 to 3 minutes pending heat intensity. Flip over and cook until the shrimp is just cooked through, no longer translucent.
  • Carefully removing shrimp from the skewers. Serve with lemon wedges.
  • Notes: Although bamboo skewers are shown in the picture above, shrimp releases easier with metal skewers sprayed with non-stick.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 104.5, Fat 1.5, SaturatedFat 0.3, Cholesterol 107.5, Sodium 681.1, Carbohydrate 8.7, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 0.7, Protein 13.2

ADRIATICA PRAWNS SKIATHOS



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A co-worker gave this to me years ago from the (late) Adriatica. We've cut back on the feta and it's still good, but I wanted to post the recipe as we knew it.

Provided by TigerJo

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup olive oil
1 1/3 cups minced onions
1 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 cups tomatoes, peeled,seeded and chopped
2/3 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, to taste
24 ounces raw prawns (shelled/deveined)
1 lb feta cheese, divided in half
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
12 ounces dry pasta or 24 ounces fresh pasta

Steps:

  • In a large saute pan, heat olive oil on high; add onion& garlic; cook until soft but not brown; add tomatoes; cook for 1 minute, add wine, lemon juice, and chiles; reduce for about 1 minute.
  • Add prawns, 1/2 of the feta and all of the basil; cook until prawns are done and feta is creamy (about 3 minutes).
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta until al dente; drain and place on serving dish; pour sauce over.
  • Crumble the rest of the feta over the top; sprinkle with parsley, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 704.6, Fat 36.4, SaturatedFat 14.2, Cholesterol 210.4, Sodium 1500.7, Carbohydrate 54.6, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 8.3, Protein 34.9

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