Thyme Roasted Prawns on a Bed of Sea Salt
This recipe of cooking on a bed of salt comes from Brittany, where some of the world's most refined sea salt is produced. A pan that can go from oven to table is ideal for a unique presentation.
Yield 4 servings
Ingredients
2 pounds large prawns, in their shells
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons thyme leaves
4 tablespoons coarse sea salt
| 1 | Combine olive oil, thyme, and prawns in a bowl, turning to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 2 to 4 hours. |
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| 2 | Preheat broiler and place rack 4 inches from heat source. Sprinkle salt over a baking sheet and place prawns on salt. |
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| 3 | Broil prawns for 2 minutes. Turn and broil for 2 minutes more. |
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| 4 | Serve broiled prawns on a flat dish or direct on pan. Peel and eat. |
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notes
If you have a serving dish that can go from broiler to table, use it instead of the baking sheet, as the bright red prawns sitting on the white salt makes a beautiful and unusual presentation. For a chile-infused version, see
Spicy Prawns on a Bed of Sea Salt.
