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Garlic and thyme Prawn Roast

The kind of French plate you make on repeat. garlic and thyme, a proper bake, and a finish of fresh herbs.

4.5 from 215 cooks
Prep25 min
Cook120 min
Serves6
LevelAdvanced
Free to cook
Garlic and thyme Prawn Roast
Method

How to cook it

Prep everything first: chop the aromatics, measure the garlic and thyme elements, and pat the prawn dry so it colours well.

Warm the olive oil in a large pan over a medium heat and soften the onion and garlic until sweet and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Turn up the heat and add the prawn. Transfer to the oven and bake until set, bubbling and golden on top.

Stir in the creme fraiche and the rest of the garlic and thyme flavours, letting them cook out for a minute until fragrant.

Add the courgette along with a splash of stock or water, then cover and cook gently until everything is tender and the sauce clings.

Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt, pepper and a little acid. It should taste bright, savoury and balanced.

Finish with the chopped chervil and serve while hot.

Tested in the Stewart & Musell kitchen. Timings assume a standard home oven and hob.

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