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Scampi Provençale with Aïoli

Scampi Provençale with Aïoli

Prep time: 30 minServes: 4

Pairs with

The prawns' sweetness and the garlicky aïoli enjoy a fresh, aromatic white or dry rosé — Bandol rosé or Vermentino.

Ingredients

  • 800 g large prawns, whole with shell
  • 4 garlic cloves, chopped
  • 400 g cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 100 ml dry white wine
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp chopped tarragon
  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley
  • Chilli flakes
  • Salt
  • Aïoli:
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 150 ml olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt

Method

  1. 1Aïoli: Blend garlic, egg yolk and mustard. Drizzle in the oil while blending. Season with lemon juice and salt.
  2. 2Sear the prawns in olive oil over high heat for 2 minutes per side. Add garlic and chilli flakes. Cook 30 seconds.
  3. 3Add the tomatoes and wine. Cook for 3 minutes. Scatter with herbs.
  4. 4Serve with the aïoli and crusty bread. Eat with your hands.