{"id":438662,"date":"2025-10-16T09:29:27","date_gmt":"2025-10-16T02:29:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=438662"},"modified":"2026-01-11T06:59:56","modified_gmt":"2026-01-10T23:59:56","slug":"christmas-recipes-with-prawns","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-recipes-with-prawns\/","title":{"rendered":"6+ Best Christmas Recipes with Prawns That Will Impress Your Guests and Delight Your Taste Buds!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Christmas is the perfect time to get creative in the kitchen, and what better way to impress your guests than with delicious prawn dishes? These recipes are bursting with flavor and are sure to leave everyone wanting more. Let&#8217;s explore three irresistible recipes that will make your holiday celebrations truly memorable!<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Recipe List and Variations<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-recipes-with-prawns\/#Garlic_Butter_Prawns\" >Garlic Butter Prawns<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-recipes-with-prawns\/#Spicy_Prawn_Tacos_with_Avocado_Crema\" >Spicy Prawn Tacos with Avocado Crema<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-recipes-with-prawns\/#Prawn_and_Mango_Salad\" >Prawn and Mango Salad<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Garlic_Butter_Prawns\"><\/span>Garlic Butter Prawns<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/10895782\/pexels-photo-10895782.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Garlic Butter Prawns\" title=\"Garlic Butter Prawns\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Nadin Sh on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/shrimps-on-white-plate-10895782\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Gold\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/garlic-prawns-shrimp-1760528375.jpg\" alt=\"Garlic Prawns (Shrimp!)\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.recipetineats.com\/garlic-prawns-shrimp\/\" target=\"_blank\">Garlic Prawns (Shrimp!)<\/a><\/strong> from RecipeTin Eats<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (71 reviews). Total Time: 16 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:BlanchedAlmond\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/garlic-butter-shrimp-prawns-1760528375.jpg\" alt=\"Garlic Butter Shrimp (Prawns)\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/daenskitchen.com\/garlic-butter-shrimp-prawns\/\" target=\"_blank\">Garlic Butter Shrimp (Prawns)<\/a><\/strong> from Daen&#039;s Kitchen<\/p>\n<p><small>Total Time: 15 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightSkyBlue\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/prawns-with-garlic-butter-1760528375.jpg\" alt=\"Prawns with garlic butter\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbc.co.uk\/food\/recipes\/prawnswithgarlicbutt_86031\" target=\"_blank\">Prawns with garlic butter<\/a><\/strong> from BBC<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.9 (17 reviews). Total Time: 40 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>Imagine succulent prawns saut\u00e9ed to perfection in a rich, buttery garlic sauce. This dish is not only easy to prepare but also offers a delightful blend of flavors that dance on your palate. The prawns absorb the fragrant garlic and butter, making every bite a taste of heaven.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 pound large prawns, peeled and deveined<\/li>\n<li>4 tablespoons unsalted butter<\/li>\n<li>4 cloves garlic, minced<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)<\/li>\n<li>Salt and pepper, to taste<\/li>\n<li>Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish<\/li>\n<li>Juice of half a lemon<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This recipe is special because it&#8217;s quick to whip up, making it perfect for busy holiday gatherings. The buttery garlic sauce is not only fragrant but also creates a delightful dipping sauce that guests will love. Serve it with crusty bread to soak up every last drop, and watch your friends and family rave about it!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/whats-the-secret-to-making-addictive-butter-garlic-prawns-1760528386.jpg\" alt=\"What&#039;s the Secret to Making ADDICTIVE Butter Garlic Prawns ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=cd5-wBMRSbk\" target=\"_blank\">What&#039;s the Secret to Making ADDICTIVE Butter Garlic Prawns &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/butter-garlic-shrimp-butter-garlic-prawns-1760528386.jpg\" alt=\"BUTTER GARLIC SHRIMP | BUTTER GARLIC PRAWNS ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=c398_SPU_Io\" target=\"_blank\">BUTTER GARLIC SHRIMP | BUTTER GARLIC PRAWNS &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/garlic-butter-prawns-1760528386.jpg\" alt=\"Garlic Butter Prawns\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=RDE0SZ4hFXs\" target=\"_blank\">Garlic Butter Prawns<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Spicy_Prawn_Tacos_with_Avocado_Crema\"><\/span>Spicy Prawn Tacos with Avocado Crema<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/32481840\/pexels-photo-32481840.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Spicy Prawn Tacos with Avocado Crema\" title=\"Spicy Prawn Tacos with Avocado Crema\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Jesus Carlon on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/delicious-shrimp-tacos-with-guacamole-in-tijuana-32481840\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:SteelBlue\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/spicy-shrimp-tacos-with-avocado-crema-1760528379.jpg\" alt=\"Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Crema\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/girlwiththeironcast.com\/spicy-shrimp-tacos-avocado-crema\/\" target=\"_blank\">Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Crema<\/a><\/strong> from Girl With The Iron Cast<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.7 (364 reviews). Total Time: 51 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:CadetBlue\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/shrimp-tacos-with-avocado-crema-1760528379.jpg\" alt=\"Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Crema\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/freshapron.com\/shrimp-tacos-with-avocado-crema\/\" target=\"_blank\">Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Crema<\/a><\/strong> from Fresh Apron<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (1 reviews). Total Time: 24 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Turquoise\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/shrimp-tacos-1760528379.jpg\" alt=\"Shrimp Tacos\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/gimmedelicious.com\/spicy-shrimp-tacos-with-avocado-salsa-sour-cream-cilantro-sauce\/\" target=\"_blank\">Shrimp Tacos<\/a><\/strong> from Gimme Delicious<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.9 (122 reviews). Total Time: 15 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>These tacos are a festive twist on a classic dish, featuring spicy prawns and a creamy avocado sauce that takes it to the next level. The combination of flavors is vibrant and refreshing, making them a hit at any holiday party. Plus, they\u2019re fun to assemble, allowing guests to customize their own tacos!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 pound prawns, peeled and deveined<\/li>\n<li>2 tablespoons olive oil<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon chili powder<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon cumin<\/li>\n<li>Salt, to taste<\/li>\n<li>8 small corn tortillas<\/li>\n<li>1 ripe avocado<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup sour cream<\/li>\n<li>Juice of 1 lime<\/li>\n<li>Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This dish is popular because it brings the heat while being incredibly satisfying. The avocado crema adds a cooling element that perfectly balances the spiciness of the prawns. Your guests will love getting involved in making their own tacos, and the colorful presentation will make your table look festive and inviting!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/chipotle-shrimp-tacos-with-avocado-crema-and-mango-1760528389.jpg\" alt=\"Chipotle Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Crema and Mango ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/C7NhhRrtfZf\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\">Chipotle Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Crema and Mango &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(instagram.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/chipotle-shrimp-tacos-with-avocado-crema-and-mango-salsa-1760528389.jpg\" alt=\"Chipotle Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Crema and Mango Salsa\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@vessys_gourmet_kitchen\/video\/7371256089960107307?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\">Chipotle Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Crema and Mango Salsa<\/a><br \/><small>(tiktok.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/shrimp-tacos-with-avocado-crema-1760528389.jpg\" alt=\"Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Crema\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=76ILMMNXwZc\" target=\"_blank\">Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Crema<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Prawn_and_Mango_Salad\"><\/span>Prawn and Mango Salad<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/13887558\/pexels-photo-13887558.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Prawn and Mango Salad\" title=\"Prawn and Mango Salad\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Marvin  Bayer on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/avocado-and-beans-with-rice-13887558\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Salmon\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/prawn-mango-avocado-summer-salad-with-lime-dressing-1760528382.jpg\" alt=\"Prawn Mango Avocado Summer Salad with Lime Dressing\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.recipetineats.com\/prawn-mango-avocado-summer-salad\/\" target=\"_blank\">Prawn Mango Avocado Summer Salad with Lime Dressing<\/a><\/strong> from RecipeTin Eats<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (61 reviews). 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Total Time: 25 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Aqua\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/mango-and-prawn-salad-1760528382.jpg\" alt=\"Mango and Prawn Salad\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mygorgeousrecipes.com\/mango-and-prawn-salad\/\" target=\"_blank\">Mango and Prawn Salad<\/a><\/strong> from My Gorgeous Recipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Total Time: 10 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>This refreshing salad is a beautiful blend of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for a light yet satisfying dish during the holiday season. The juicy mango pairs perfectly with the prawns, creating a uniquely tropical taste that feels like a mini-vacation on your plate. It\u2019s a feast for the eyes as well, with vibrant colors that make it a showstopper.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 pound cooked prawns, peeled and deveined<\/li>\n<li>1 ripe mango, diced<\/li>\n<li>2 cups mixed greens (like arugula and spinach)<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 red onion, thinly sliced<\/li>\n<li>Juice of 1 lime<\/li>\n<li>2 tablespoons olive oil<\/li>\n<li>Salt and pepper, to taste<\/li>\n<li>Fresh mint, for garnish<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This salad is a crowd-pleaser, especially for those who prefer lighter fare during the holidays. The combination of textures and flavors not only satisfies the taste buds but also makes for a gorgeous presentation. It\u2019s the perfect way to impress your guests while keeping things fresh and exciting on the menu!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Elevate your holiday feasting with three exquisite prawn recipes that promise to wow your guests and tantalize your taste buds.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":446344,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":2,"footnotes":""},"categories":[3626],"tags":[7803],"internal_tag":[],"class_list":["post-438662","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-christmas","tag-christmas-recipes"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/438662","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=438662"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/438662\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/446344"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=438662"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=438662"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=438662"},{"taxonomy":"internal_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/internal_tag?post=438662"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}