Hot Spicy Braised Prawns

Dive into the bold and fiery flavors of Hot Spicy Braised Prawns, a quick and irresistible dish that’s perfect for spice lovers! Featuring succulent shell-on prawns that soak up a rich, umami-packed sauce made with soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, and a hint of rice vinegar, this recipe boasts the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and spicy. Enhanced with fragrant garlic, zingy ginger, and a touch of red chili flakes for heat, every bite bursts with tantalizing flavors. The dish comes together in just 30 minutes, making it ideal for a weeknight delight or dinner party centerpiece. Garnished with fresh scallions and optional red chili slices, these prawns pair beautifully with steamed rice or egg noodles. Elevate your seafood repertoire with this simple yet flavor-packed recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g Large prawns (shell-on, deveined)
• 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
• 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 tbsp Ginger (grated)
• 1 tsp Red chili flakes
• 3 tbsp Soy sauce
• 2 tbsp Oyster sauce
• 1 tbsp Honey
• 1 tbsp Rice vinegar
• 100 ml Chicken or vegetable stock
• 1 tsp Cornstarch
• 2 tbsp Water
• 2 Scallions (sliced)
• 1 Fresh red chili (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Clean and devein the prawns but leave the shells on for added flavor. Pat them dry with a paper towel.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry and set aside.

Step 3

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the hot oil and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the red chili flakes and stir for another 10 seconds to release their aroma.

Step 6

Increase the heat to high and add the prawns to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the prawns start to turn pink.

Step 7

In a bowl, combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and chicken or vegetable stock. Pour this mixture into the skillet.

Step 8

Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to medium. Cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the prawns to absorb the flavors.

Step 9

Stir the cornstarch slurry into the skillet and cook for an additional minute, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 10

Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the sliced scallions over the dish.

Step 11

Optional: Add fresh red chili slices for garnish if you prefer extra heat.

Step 12

Serve the hot spicy braised prawns with steamed rice or egg noodles for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	842.6 grams (842.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	802

Total Fat 32.80g	42%
Saturated Fat 5.00g	25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.90g
Cholesterol 677mg	226%
Sodium 4270mg	186%
Total Carbohydrate 35.50g	13%
Dietary Fiber 2.00g	7%
Total Sugars 19.70g
Protein 95.60g	191%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 242mg	19%
Iron 4mg	19%
Potassium 1028mg	22%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.0%

Protein: 46.7%

Carbs: 17.3%