Hot Prawns

Spice up your dinner menu with this irresistible Hot Prawns recipe, where tender, succulent prawns meet bold, fiery flavors! Perfectly cooked in a fragrant blend of garlic, ginger, and red chili flakes, these prawns are elevated with a sweet and tangy soy sauce glaze infused with honey and lemon juice. A dash of paprika adds a smoky depth, while a fresh cilantro garnish provides a bright, herbaceous finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy dish is ideal for busy weeknights yet elegant enough for entertaining. Serve these mouthwatering prawns over steamed rice, noodles, or your favorite side for a restaurant-quality meal packed with flavor. Whether you're a seafood lover or just in the mood for something with a kick, this Hot Prawns recipe delivers a perfect balance of heat, sweetness, and zest.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Raw prawns
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 pieces Garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon Ginger
• 1 teaspoon Red chili flakes
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Peel and devein the prawns. Rinse them under cold water and pat dry with a paper towel.

Step 2

Mince the garlic and grate the ginger for the sauce.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the garlic and ginger to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the red chili flakes and paprika, cooking for another 30 seconds.

Step 6

Add the prawns to the skillet and stir to coat with the aromatics. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the prawns start turning pink.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, lemon juice, honey, and salt.

Step 8

Pour the sauce over the prawns in the skillet and toss to combine. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, until the prawns are fully cooked and the sauce is slightly thickened.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro.

Step 10

Serve the hot prawns immediately with rice, noodles, or a side of your choice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(613.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	824.1

Total Fat 30.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 975mg	0%
Sodium 2896.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 16.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.2g	0%
Total Sugars 6.7g
Protein 124.5g	0%

Vitamin D 760IU	0%
Calcium 394.0mg	0%
Iron 3.2mg	0%
Potassium 1626.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.5%

Protein: 59.5%

Carbs: 8.0%