Stuffed King Prawn Rolls with Pistachio Pesto and Sicilian Citrus

Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 4 servings

Beautiful king prawn rolls filled with a bright, aromatic blend of pistachio pesto made from Absolutely Nuts Unroasted 100% Pistachio Paste, Sicilian lemon and orange zest, and crisp breadcrumbs. Light, fragrant, and perfect as an appetizer or elegant main.

Ingredients

• 16 large king prawns

• 60 g day-old breadcrumbs

• 100 g Absolutely Nuts Unroasted 100% Pistachio Paste
  
  

• Zest of 1 lemon

• Zest of 1 orange
  

• Parsley, chopped, to taste

• Extra virgin olive oil
  

• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare the pistachio pesto.
   In a bowl, combine the Absolutely Nuts Unroasted 100% Pistachio Paste with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
   Mix until it becomes a soft, spreadable pesto. Set aside.

2. Clean the prawns.
   Remove the heads, shells, and veins, leaving only the tails attached for presentation.
   With a small knife, slice each prawn lengthwise along the belly so it can be opened flat like a butterfly.

3. Prepare the filling.
   In a mixing bowl, combine:
   – 3–4 tablespoons of the prepared pistachio pesto
   – breadcrumbs
   – lemon zest
   – orange zest
   – a pinch of salt
   – a drizzle of olive oil
   Mix until the texture is moist and cohesive.

4. Fill and roll the prawns.
   Lay each prawn open on a cutting board.
   Spread a thin, even layer of the filling over the surface, then roll from head end toward the tail to form a compact roll.
   (The tail will remain on the outside for presentation.)

5. Bake.
   Place the prawn rolls on a baking tray lined with parchment.
   Drizzle lightly with olive oil.
   Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 8 minutes, or until just cooked and lightly golden.

6. Serve.
   Plate the prawn rolls and add a spoonful of pistachio pesto on top or on the side.
   Garnish with chopped parsley and an extra touch of citrus zest if desired.