Description

Asian Chilli Garlic Prawns are a quick and bold stir-fry featuring juicy prawns tossed in a spicy, garlicky sauce with sweet and savory undertones. Perfect for a weeknight meal or party appetizer, this dish comes together in under 20 minutes.

Ingredients

1 lb raw shrimp or prawns, peeled and deveined
3–4 cloves garlic, minced
1–2 red chilies, finely chopped (adjust to taste)
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp oyster sauce
2 tbsp sweet chili sauce (or 1 tbsp sugar)
1 tbsp rice vinegar or lime juice
2 tbsp water
1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water (optional, for thickening)
1 tbsp cooking oil (vegetable or sesame)
2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Cooked rice or noodles (for serving)

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Instructions

In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, sweet chili sauce, vinegar or lime juice, and water. Set aside.
Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add minced garlic and chopped red chilies. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the shrimp and stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until they start to turn pink.
Pour the prepared sauce into the pan and toss to coat the shrimp evenly.
Let the mixture simmer for 2–3 minutes until shrimp are cooked through and sauce slightly thickens.
(Optional) Stir in cornstarch slurry and cook for another 30 seconds if a thicker glaze is desired.
Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions.
Serve immediately over rice or noodles.

Notes

Adjust spice level by using more or fewer chilies or adding chili paste.Thaw and pat dry frozen shrimp before cooking to avoid excess liquid.Use hoisin sauce if oyster sauce is unavailable.Add vegetables like bell peppers or snow peas for extra nutrition.Best served fresh; avoid overcooking shrimp to keep them tender.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 portion
Calories: 260
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 1.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 190mg