Roasted Fresh Prawn & Vegetable Christmas Tree
StoviGo

Roasted Fresh Prawn & Vegetable Christmas Tree

A broccoli stem forms the trunk, layers of colorful lettuce build the branches, and StoviGo-roasted prawns surround the base like gifts under a tree.
This edible Christmas tree is as festive as it is delicious — the perfect showstopper for a holiday outdoor feast.

Quick Info

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 8–10 mins
Total Time 35 mins
Servings 4–6
Difficulty Medium
Heat High
Cooking method ⚠️ Always open the drop-down door when cooking on high heat to prevent overheating and potential deformation

Ingredients

Main

  • Broccoli — 1 head
  • Cauliflower — 1 head
  • Red bell pepper — 1
  • Yellow bell pepper — 1
  • Butter lettuce — 300 g
  • Green flame lettuce — 300 g
  • Cantonese A lettuce — 300 g
  • Red curly lettuce — 300 g
  • Tiger prawns — 6

Seasonings

  • Salt — a pinch
  • Italian mixed herbs — a pinch

Tools

Box grater, StoviGo, silicone spatula, baking tray, infrared thermometer, stainless steel bowl


StoviGo Setup

  • Preheat: 5 minutes
  • Heat: High
  • Cook time: 8–10 minutes

Instructions

Step 1 – Clean the Prawns Rinse tiger prawns thoroughly and devein. Set aside.

Step 2 – Roast the Prawns Arrange the prawns on the grill rack. Place on the 2nd rack of the StoviGo and roast for 3 minutes, then flip and roast for another 2 minutes until cooked through and lightly charred.

Step 3 – Build the Tree Trunk Take a broccoli stem and insert a bamboo skewer through the base to keep it upright. Stand it in the center of a serving plate as the Christmas tree trunk.

Step 4 – Layer the Leaves Working from the bottom up, overlap individual lettuce leaves (butter, green flame, Cantonese A, red curly) in alternating layers around the trunk to form a full tree shape.

Step 5 – Decorate & Plate Arrange the roasted prawns around the base of the tree. Decorate with bell peppers, cauliflower florets, and any other colorful vegetables to complete the holiday centerpiece.


Tips

  • Use a variety of light and dark green, plus red lettuces, for the most visually striking tree
  • Keep the prawns simply seasoned to let their natural sweetness shine
  • Cherry tomatoes and edible flowers make beautiful ornaments on the tree

StoviGo Rack Guide 

 Rack Level Best For
Top cover Keep warm
1st (closest to flame) Steak, Meat, High heat
2nd Vegetables, Fish, pizza
3rd Bread, use a pan
4th Baking, Chicken
5th Keep warm


Using different rack levels allows you to cook a full meal at the same time.

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