Description
These Chilli Garlic Prawns are a fiery, flavor-packed seafood delight! Juicy prawns are tossed in a zesty sauce made with garlic, chili, and soy, creating the perfect balance of heat and savory richness. Serve them as a quick appetizer or a main over rice or noodles.
Ingredients
Scale
- 400–500 g prawns, peeled (tails optional), patted dry
- 2–3 tbsp garlic, finely minced
- 1–2 tsp chilli flakes or 1–2 fresh red chillies, finely sliced
- 1½ tbsp soy sauce (tamari/coconut aminos if needed)
- 1 tsp fish sauce (optional)
- 1–1½ tbsp sugar or honey
- 1–2 tbsp lime juice (or 2–3 tsp rice vinegar)
- 2–4 tbsp water or stock (more for “saucy”)
- 1–2 tbsp butter (or neutral oil), plus extra oil for searing
- Garnish: coriander/parsley, spring onions, lime wedges, sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prep prawns. Thaw if needed, then pat dry thoroughly. If you like, toss briefly with a pinch of sugar, a splash of soy, and a whisper of chilli.
- Mix sauce. In a small bowl: soy, fish sauce (if using), sugar/honey, lime, and water/stock. Keep garlic and chilli separate, ready by the pan.
- Sear. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high until shimmering. Add a thin film of oil. Sear prawns in a single layer 45–60 seconds per side until just opaque. Remove to a plate.
- Bloom aromatics. Lower heat slightly. Add a touch more oil. Stir in garlic and chilli for 20–30 seconds, just until fragrant—don’t brown.
- Sauce. Pour in the prepared sauce. Bring to a lively simmer 30–60 seconds; reduce to glossy.
- Coat & finish. Return prawns; toss 20–30 seconds. Off heat, swirl in butter (or a splash of oil) and herbs. Serve immediately with citrus wedges.
- Prep Time: PT10M
- Cook Time: PT10M
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-Fried
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 prawns with sauce
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 510mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 180mg