Papeete Tahitian Prawns

Dive into the vibrant flavors of the South Pacific with these Papeete Tahitian Prawns—a tropical-inspired dish that will transport your taste buds to paradise. This quick and easy recipe showcases succulent prawns simmered in a luxurious coconut milk sauce infused with zesty lime, aromatic ginger, garlic, and a hint of heat from fresh red chili. Balanced with soy sauce, fish sauce, and a touch of brown sugar, every bite bursts with sweet, tangy, and savory notes. Garnished with fresh cilantro and spring onions for a fragrant finish, this dish pairs beautifully with steamed jasmine rice or crusty baguette to soak up the luscious sauce. Ready in just 35 minutes, it's perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing at your next gathering. Experience the taste of Tahiti right in your kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams large prawns (cleaned, deveined, and tails left on)
• 400 milliliters coconut milk
• 1 whole lime
• 3 whole garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger
• 1 whole fresh red chili
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon fish sauce
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
• 2 whole spring onions
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel and devein the prawns, leaving the tails on, then rinse them under cold water and pat dry with a paper towel.

Step 2

Mince the garlic, grate the ginger, and finely chop the red chili. Slice the spring onions into thin rounds and chop the fresh cilantro. Set aside.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, zest and juice the lime. Combine the lime juice and zest with the coconut milk, soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt and black pepper. Stir well to create the sauce base.

Step 4

In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and chopped chili. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the prawns to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they turn pink and opaque.

Step 6

Pour the prepared sauce over the prawns in the skillet, reduce the heat to medium, and simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to slightly thicken.

Step 7

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt or a splash of fish sauce if needed.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat and garnish the dish with fresh cilantro and sliced spring onions.

Step 9

Serve the prawns hot with steamed jasmine rice or fresh baguette to soak up the flavorful sauce. Enjoy your Papeete Tahitian Prawns!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1111.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	892.8

Total Fat 33.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.9g
Cholesterol 676.5mg	0%
Sodium 3435.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 61.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.9g	0%
Total Sugars 39.7g
Protein 94.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 314.1mg	0%
Iron 4.1mg	0%
Potassium 2127.9mg	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: 40.9%

Carbs: 26.6%