Spicy Lemongrass Hainan Prawns
Spicy Lemongrass Hainan Prawns is a flavorful and aromatic dish that combines the fragrant lemongrass with the heat of spicy chili peppers. This dish is a popular seafood option in Hainan Cuisine, known for its bold flavors and fresh ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large prawns, peeled and deveined
- 3 stalks lemongrass, finely chopped
- 2 red chili peppers, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup water
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the prawns with lemongrass, chili peppers, and garlic.
- In a separate bowl, combine fish sauce, soy sauce, and brown sugar.
- Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the prawn mixture and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.
- Pour the sauce mixture and water into the pan. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the prawns are cooked through and the sauce thickens.
- Season with salt to taste and serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Protein
- 20g
- Fat
- 15g
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
Supplies
Frying pan Bowls Knife Cutting board
Tools
Stove Wooden spoon
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve the Spicy Lemongrass Hainan Prawns with steamed jasmine rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Adjust the amount of chili peppers to control the level of spiciness in the dish. Be careful when handling the chili peppers to avoid skin irritation.
Cost
$15