Papeete Tahitian Prawns

Ingredients

• 1 lb prawns
• 1/4 cup chopped onion
• 2-3 tablespoons oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (just a pinch, add if more heat is required)
• 4 ounces dry white wine (or water)
• 2 garlic cloves, crushed
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1 1/2 tablespoons parsley, finely chopped

Directions

1. 1

   Wash prawns.

2. 2

   Brown the chopped onion in a heavy frying pan until golden.

3. 3

   Add the prawns and continue cooking until they turn pinkish-red in color.

4. 4

   Season and add a glass of dry white wine or water to the pan, then the crushed cloves of garlic and paprika.

5. 5

   Cover the pan and allow to simmer for about 5 minutes.

6. 6

   Check the seasoning, sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve.