Pan-Seared Plaice with Garlic Butter King Prawns

This delightful dish features tender pan-seared plaice paired with succulent garlic butter king prawns, creating a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. The freshness of the fish is complemented by the richness of the prawns, making it a perfect seafood main course. This recipe is balanced and meets dietary requirements, offering a satisfying meal without any gluten or dairy.

Ingredients:

• 2 plaice fillets
• 200 g king prawns, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 lemon, juiced
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Season the plaice fillets with salt and pepper, then place them in the skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the fish is golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and keep warm.
3. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and the butter. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add the king prawns to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
5. Squeeze the lemon juice over the prawns and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Serve the plaice fillets topped with the garlic butter prawns and garnish with fresh parsley.