Ketchup Prawns

Indulge in the bold and savory flavors of Ketchup Prawns, a quick and easy dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. This delectable stir-fried recipe combines succulent prawns with a luscious sauce made from tangy ketchup, umami-rich oyster sauce, and soy sauce, perfectly balanced with a touch of sweetness. Infused with the aromatic trio of garlic, ginger, and a silky cornstarch-thickened base, each prawn is coated in a glossy glaze that’s irresistibly delicious. Ready in just 25 minutes, Ketchup Prawns are a crowd-pleasing seafood dish that pairs beautifully with steamed rice or noodles. Garnished with fresh spring onions, this dish is a vibrant, flavorful centerpiece for your dining table.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Large prawns (peeled and deveined)
• 80 grams Ketchup
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Oyster sauce
• 2 teaspoons Sugar
• 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 tablespoon Ginger (minced)
• 2 tablespoons Cooking oil
• 100 ml Chicken stock or water
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water (for cornstarch slurry)
• 2 stalks Spring onions (sliced for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the prawns under cold water, pat them dry with a paper towel, and set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, prepare the sauce by combining ketchup, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar. Mix well and set aside.

Step 3

In a separate small bowl, make the cornstarch slurry by dissolving the cornstarch in 2 tablespoons of water. Set aside.

Step 4

Heat the cooking oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic and ginger to the pan. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the prawns to the pan and stir-fry for 2–3 minutes, or until they turn pink and are cooked through. Remove the prawns from the pan and set aside.

Step 7

Pour the prepared sauce into the pan and bring it to a gentle simmer.

Step 8

Add the chicken stock or water to the pan and stir to combine. Let it simmer for 1–2 minutes.

Step 9

Slowly stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for another minute, or until the sauce thickens.

Step 10

Return the cooked prawns to the pan and toss them in the sauce until evenly coated.

Step 11

Transfer the cooked prawns to a serving dish and garnish with sliced spring onions.

Step 12

Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	848 grams (848.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	923

Total Fat 30.00g	38%
Saturated Fat 4.50g	23%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 975mg	325%
Sodium 2845mg	124%
Total Carbohydrate 41.60g	15%
Dietary Fiber 1.50g	5%
Total Sugars 24.00g
Protein 125.20g	250%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 397mg	31%
Iron 3mg	16%
Potassium 1569mg	33%

*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: 28.8%

Protein: 53.4%

Carbs: 17.8%