10 best prawn recipes for every occasion

Delicious and quick to cook, prawns are a versatile ingredient perfect for any occasion. From flavour-packed salads and barbecued skewers to warming curries and elegant pasta dishes, our top 10 prawn recipes are sure to hit the spot.

Embracing a cooked grain pouch to give big flavour fast, this 5-minute meal is hard to beat. Think crispy chorizo, perfectly pink prawns and a lemony courgette salad.

Get picnic-ready with these portable prawn cocktails, complete with creamy avo and crispy pancetta crumbs for added crunch.

Prawns work so well in this fragrant, perfumed curry that’s just perfect for a midweek dinner. Serve on top of a fluffy rice cake for a fun twist.

Smoky, marinated prawns and a fresh, zingy salad are the perfect summer pairing. Fire up the barbecue and get grilling.

Juicy king prawns, plenty of garlic and a kiss of rosé – you can have this pasta dish on the table in just 12 minutes. Dinner for two, done.

Jamie’s take on this modern classic makes a fantastic Friday-night dinner. Ditch the takeaway and give this a go – you won’t regret it!

Glazed with mango chutney and served with crispy garlic and lime, this king prawn dish makes a great starter. Only 5 ingredients, but packed full of flavour.