Spicy Tamarind Glazed Prawns
Spicy Tamarind Glazed Prawns are a delicious and flavorful dish from Christmas Island Cuisine. The combination of tangy tamarind and spicy flavors makes this dish a perfect addition to your holiday menu.
Ingredients
- 500g prawns, peeled and deveined
- 3 tbsp tamarind paste
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp chili flakes
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix tamarind paste, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and chili flakes to make the glaze.
- Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add the prawns to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink.
- Pour the tamarind glaze over the prawns and toss to coat evenly. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the glaze thickens.
- Season with salt to taste and garnish with fresh cilantro.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Protein
- 20g
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Fat
- 12g
Supplies
Frying pan Bowl Whisk
Tools
Cooking spoon Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serve the Spicy Tamarind Glazed Prawns with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For extra heat, add more chili flakes to the glaze. Adjust the spice level according to your preference.
Cost
$15