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Juicy, plump prawns tossed in a fiery and fragrant garlic sauce. This Indo-Chinese classic is the perfect appetizer, ready in under 30 minutes, and bursting with savory flavor.
Marinate the Prawns
Shallow Fry the Prawns
Prepare the Sauce Base
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Juicy, plump prawns tossed in a fiery and fragrant garlic sauce. This Indo-Chinese classic is the perfect appetizer, ready in under 30 minutes, and bursting with savory flavor.
This indo_chinese recipe takes 30 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 263.11 calories per serving with 28.76g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for appetizer or main_dish.
Combine and Finish
To make a gravy version, double the sauce ingredients (soy sauce, chili sauce, vinegar, sugar) and increase the cornflour slurry to 1 tablespoon of cornflour mixed with 1/4 cup of water or vegetable broth.
Replace prawns with 400g of paneer cubes, firm tofu, or whole mushrooms. For a vegan option, simply omit the egg white from the marinade.
Instead of shallow frying, pan-sear the marinated prawns with minimal oil or cook them in an air fryer at 200°C (400°F) for 6-8 minutes, or until cooked through.
Prawns are packed with high-quality protein, which is essential for muscle repair, growth, and overall body function, while being relatively low in calories.
Prawns are a great source of selenium, a powerful antioxidant that helps protect cells from damage and supports thyroid and immune system function.
The generous amount of garlic and ginger in this dish provides allicin and gingerol, compounds known for their anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting benefits.
One serving of Garlic Prawns (approximately 225g) contains around 350-400 calories. The final count depends on the amount of oil absorbed during frying.
It can be a relatively healthy dish. Prawns are a fantastic source of lean protein and low in fat. The healthiness is influenced by the amount of oil used. For a healthier version, consider pan-searing or air-frying the prawns instead of shallow frying.
Absolutely. If using frozen prawns, ensure they are thawed completely, either overnight in the refrigerator or under cold running water. The most important step is to pat them thoroughly dry with paper towels before marinating to ensure a crispy result.
Garlic Prawns are very versatile. They are excellent as a standalone appetizer. To make it a full meal, serve them with steamed jasmine rice, vegetable fried rice, or hakka noodles.
A soggy coating usually happens for a few reasons: the prawns were not dried properly before marinating, the oil was not hot enough during frying, or the pan was overcrowded, which steams the prawns instead of frying them. Also, be sure to serve the dish immediately after tossing it in the sauce to maintain crispness.