Rock Islands Garlic & Calamansi Butter Prawns – Authentic Palau Recipe

Ingredients for Rock Islands Garlic & Calamansi Butter Prawns (4 Servings)

• 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) jumbo prawns, prepped into bite-sized pieces
• 1.5 cups snow peas, washed and trimmed
• 1 cup scallions
• 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with calamansi juice
• 1.5 tbsp traditional Palau seasoning (minced garlic, cracked black pepper)
• 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

1. Heat oil in a wide heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
2. Sauté onion, garlic, and calamansi juice for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
3. Add jumbo prawns and snow peas along with minced garlic, cracked black pepper, searing for 8–10 minutes while tossing occasionally.
4. Deglaze the pan with a splash of broth or citrus so the caramelized fond coats every bite.
5. Garnish with scallions and serve straight from the skillet.