Chili Prawns with Garlic

Chili Prawns with Garlic is a fiery and aromatic seafood dish that features succulent prawns sautéed in a spicy garlic sauce, delivering a perfect balance of heat and flavor. This Halal Chinese-inspired recipe is quick to prepare, making it an ideal choice for a weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

• Prawns - 300 grams, peeled and deveined
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• Red chili peppers - 2, finely chopped (adjust to taste)
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Cornstarch - 1 tablespoon
• Spring onions - 2, chopped
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh cilantro - for garnish

Steps

1. In a bowl, marinate the prawns with soy sauce, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Let it sit for about 10 minutes.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
3. Add minced garlic and chopped red chili peppers to the pan, and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Add the marinated prawns to the pan and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until they turn pink and are cooked through.
5. Drizzle sesame oil over the prawns and mix well.
6. Add chopped spring onions and stir for another minute.
7. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 220 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in antioxidants from garlic and chili, promoting overall health.

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