Queensland Garlic & Chilli Tiger Prawn Sizzle – Authentic Australia Recipe
Sizzling coastal prawns pan-seared in lemon myrtle olive oil, garlic, and bright citrus.
- Country of Origin
- 🇦🇺 Australia (Australasia, Oceania)
- Dietary Profile
- pescatarian
- Prep Time
- 15 min
- Cook Time
- 20 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Signature Staples
- Peeled Queensland tiger prawns, Cherry tomatoes, Charred sourdough, Garlic, Red bird’s eye chilli
Ingredients for Queensland Garlic & Chilli Tiger Prawn Sizzle (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) peeled Queensland tiger prawns, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup charred sourdough
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with garlic
- 1.5 tbsp traditional Australia seasoning (red bird’s eye chilli, lemon myrtle, parsley)
- 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Heat oil in a wide heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sauté onion, garlic, and garlic for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add peeled Queensland tiger prawns and cherry tomatoes along with red bird’s eye chilli, lemon myrtle, parsley, searing for 8–10 minutes while tossing occasionally.
- Deglaze the pan with a splash of broth or citrus so the caramelized fond coats every bite.
- Garnish with charred sourdough and serve straight from the skillet.