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Steamed Prawn Tabbouleh

The kind of Mediterranean plate you make on repeat. lemon and herb, a proper steam, and a finish of fresh herbs.

4.5 from 3,311 cooks
Prep20 min
Cook20 min
Serves2
LevelEasy
Free to cook
Steamed Prawn Tabbouleh
Method

How to cook it

Prep everything first: chop the aromatics, measure the lemon and herb 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. Steam over simmering water until just tender and vibrant, then dress while warm.

Stir in the capers and the rest of the lemon and herb flavours, letting them cook out for a minute until fragrant.

Add the carrots along with a splash of stock or water, then cook briskly 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 parsley and serve while hot.

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

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