Braised Prawns with Garlic

Braised Prawns with Garlic is a flavorful and aromatic dish that showcases the natural sweetness of prawns, enhanced by a rich garlic sauce. This healthy Chinese seafood dish is quick to prepare and perfect for a cozy dinner.

Ingredients

• Prawns - 300 grams, peeled and deveined
• Garlic - 6 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 tablespoon, minced
• Spring onions - 2, chopped
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Oyster sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Chicken broth - 150 ml
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Cornstarch - 1 teaspoon
• Water - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry and set aside.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat, then add minced garlic and ginger, sautéing until fragrant (about 1 minute).
3. Add the prawns to the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes until they start to turn pink.
4. Stir in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and chicken broth, bringing the mixture to a simmer.
5. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then add chopped spring onions.
6. Pour the cornstarch slurry into the skillet, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens (approximately 2 minutes).
7. Remove from heat and let it rest for a minute before serving.
8. Serve the braised prawns hot over steamed rice or with stir-fried vegetables.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 28 g
• Carbs: 7 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 200 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein, supporting muscle health and repair.
• Contains antioxidants from garlic, promoting heart health.

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