Sichuan Spicy Prawns

Sichuan Spicy Prawns is a fiery and flavorful dish that combines succulent prawns with the bold spices of Sichuan cuisine. This gluten-free seafood delight is perfect for those who love a kick of heat with their meal.

Ingredients

• Prawns (peeled and deveined) - 300 grams
• Sichuan peppercorns - 1 teaspoon
• Dried red chilies - 5 pieces
• Garlic (minced) - 4 cloves
• Ginger (minced) - 1 tablespoon
• Spring onions (chopped) - 2 stalks
• Soy sauce (gluten-free) - 2 tablespoons
• Chili oil - 1 tablespoon
• Cornstarch - 1 tablespoon
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon

Steps

1. In a bowl, marinate the prawns with soy sauce, cornstarch, and a pinch of salt for about 10 minutes.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Add Sichuan peppercorns and dried red chilies, stir-frying until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
3. Add minced garlic and ginger to the wok, stir-frying for another minute until aromatic.
4. Increase the heat to high and add the marinated prawns to the wok. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the prawns turn pink and opaque.
5. Add sugar and chili oil, tossing everything together for another minute. Adjust seasoning with salt if necessary.
6. Finally, add chopped spring onions, stir for about 30 seconds, and remove from heat.
7. Serve hot with steamed rice or gluten-free noodles.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 28 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 200 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from prawns, promoting heart health.

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