Description
Asian Chilli Garlic Prawns offer a delightful burst of flavor, marrying succulent prawns with the bold heat of chilies and the aromatic essence of garlic. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests, making it both a crowd-pleaser and a simple go-to dish. Serve these vibrant prawns over rice, noodles, or fresh salad for a satisfying meal that will keep everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large prawns (peeled and deveined)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 2–3 red chilies (sliced, adjust for spice level)
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ? cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- lime wedges
Instructions
- Clean the prawns under cold water and pat dry.
- In a bowl, mix minced garlic, sliced chilies, soy sauce, and lemon juice. Add the prawns and marinate for at least 10 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with a splash of oil. Once hot, add the marinated prawns.
- Cook for about 3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle with cilantro before serving with lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Saut?ing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 160mg