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King Prawns with Mint and Basil

From Paolo Monti, our very knowledgeable, entertaining and hospitable chef friend at Grand Hotel Portovenere in Portovenere, Italy

800 gr./ 34 oz. king prawns bunch of basil, bunch of mint 1 tsp. pinenuts 2 cloves of garlic 1 pinch saffron filaments or powder splash of white wine 100 gr. / 4 tomatoes a pinch crushed fennel seeds

Directions

Grill or fry the prawns in very little olive oil, salt and pepper. Place on the plate. In a separate pan fry lightly the crushed fennel seeds, add crushed garlic, tomato and saffron. Cook 2 to 3 minutes. Splash with white wine. Partially evaporate. Add equal quantities of basil and mint, saute and pour over the prawns.

This sauce is also suitable for any boneless white fish filet and swordfish.

Buon appetito!

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