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.

Spicy Tamarind Glazed Prawns

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

  1. In a bowl, mix tamarind paste, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and chili flakes to make the glaze.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
  3. Add the prawns to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink.
  4. Pour the tamarind glaze over the prawns and toss to coat evenly. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the glaze thickens.
  5. 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