Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe Windmill & Bar 51Windmill Prawns Recipe

Windmill Prawns Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

choice of traditional house battered, blackened & grilled, bbq or scampi style with mushrooms served with your choice of a side

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Ingredients

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Prawns

Batter (for Traditional House Battered Style)

For Scampi Style

Side Options

Mushrooms

Method

Preparation of Prawns

  1. 1

    Marinate the Prawns

    In a bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix well to create a marinade.

  2. 2

    Add the prawns to the marinade, ensuring they are evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Traditional House Battered Style

  1. 3

    Prepare the Batter

    In a separate bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt together.

  2. 4

    Gradually add cold water until the batter reaches a pourable consistency. It should be thick but not too runny.

  3. 5

    Fry the Prawns

    Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Dip each marinated prawn into the batter and carefully place it in the hot oil.

  4. 6

    Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Scampi Style

  1. 7

    Prepare Scampi Sauce

    In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.

  2. 8

    Cook the Prawns

    Add the marinated prawns and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until they turn pink.

  3. 9

    Pour in the white wine and let it simmer for another 2 minutes. Stir in the chopped parsley before serving.

Mushrooms

  1. 10

    Cook the Mushrooms

    In a separate pan, sauté the sliced mushrooms in a little olive oil until they are tender and golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.

Serving

  1. 11

    Serve with Sides

    Choose your side from cooked rice, mixed green salad, or French fries.

  2. 12

    Plate the prawns alongside the sautéed mushrooms, and serve with your chosen side.

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