Wild Mexican Prawns Recipe
rose petal shatta, cherry tomatoes and hearth baked pita
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Rose Petal Shatta
Method
Preparation of Wild Mexican Prawns
- 1
Clean the Prawns
Rinse the wild Mexican prawns under cold water. Remove the shells and devein them if necessary.
- 2
Making the Rose Petal Shatta
- 3
Prepare the Ingredients
Wash the fresh rose petals thoroughly and set them aside. Remove the stems from the red chili peppers and garlic cloves.
- 4
Blend the Shatta
In a blender, combine the rose petals, red chili peppers, garlic cloves, olive oil, lemon juice, and salt. Blend until smooth and adjust seasoning to taste.
Cooking and Serving
- 5
Cook the Prawns
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated prawns, cooking for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they are pink and opaque.
- 6
Prepare the Pita Bread
While the prawns are cooking, place the pita bread in an oven or on a grill to heat for about 5 minutes until they are soft and warm.
- 7
Serve
On a serving plate, arrange the cooked prawns with the cherry tomatoes. Serve warm with the rose petal shatta drizzled on top, and the hearth-baked pita on the side.