Asian Chilli Garlic Prawns (Shrimp)
Ingredients
- 500g / 1 lb prawns / shrimp, raw, peeled and deveined
- 1 1/2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp sesame oil, toasted
- 3 garlic cloves, very finely minced
- 2 tsp ginger, grated or finely chopped
- 1 tsp chilli flakes
- 1/2 cup water
- 3 tbsp Sriracha
- 2 tsp soy sauce, light or all purpose
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- Sesame seeds
- Green onions, finely sliced
- Red chillies, finely sliced or chopped
Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add half the prawns and sear for about 45 seconds on each side until golden, then remove into bowl. Repeat.
- 2
Remove skillet from stove to cool down slightly, turn down to medium.
- 3
Return skillet to stove, heat sesame oil.
- 4
Add garlic, ginger and chilli flakes. Cook until garlic turns golden.
- 5
Add water, then Sriracha, soy sauce and sugar, Stir, increase heat to medium high, and let it simmer for 3 minutes or until the sauce starts to thicken to a thin syrup consistency.
3 min - 6
Return prawns into skillet and toss to coat in sauce and reheat, and cook for 1 – 2 minutes until sauce is reduced and coats the prawns nicely.
- 7
Garnish with sesame seeds, fresh chilli and shallots if desired. Serve with rice to soak up the awesome sauce!
Nutrition
Per serving (based on 3 servings)
