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Making your own stock is a great way to add depth and flavor to your cooking. Stock can be used in a variety of dishes such as soups, sauces, and stews, and it’s a great way to make use of ingredients that would otherwise be thrown away. This recipe for prawn stock is an easy and flavorful way to make use of prawn shells and heads!

Prawn Stock Recipe

Ingredients:

• 500g of prawn shells and heads
• 1 cup of water
• 3 cloves of garlic
• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Begin by sautéing the garlic in a pot over medium heat until it’s slightly brown.
2. Add the prawn shells and heads to the pot, and sauté them for about 2-3 minutes until they change color.
3. Add the water to the pot, and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and let it cook for about 30 minutes.
4. Once the broth has cooked for 30 minutes, scoop out all of the broth from the pot and discard the shells and heads.
5. Allow the broth to cool and then transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
6. You can now use this amazing broth in your next dish, such as soups, sauces, and stews, or any other recipe that calls for seafood stock.