Macanese Garlic Prawns

Ingredients

• 500g (1.1 lb) large prawns, peeled and deveined 500g (1.1 lb) large prawns, peeled and deveined
• 6 cloves of garlic, minced 6 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 12g, 2g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 8g, 5g
• Protein: 25g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a bowl, combine the minced garlic, soy sauce, honey, paprika, black pepper, and salt.
2. 2.
   Add the prawns to the marinade and toss until they are well coated. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes.
3. 3.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
4. 4.
   Add the marinated prawns to the skillet and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, or until they turn pink and are cooked through.
5. 5.
   Remove the prawns from the skillet and garnish with fresh cilantro leaves.
6. 6.
   Serve hot with steamed rice or crusty bread.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Prawns — Make sure to devein the prawns properly to remove the digestive tract. This can be done by making a shallow cut along the back of the prawn and removing the dark vein.
• Garlic — Mince the garlic finely to ensure it distributes evenly throughout the dish and imparts its flavor effectively.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra kick of heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the marinade.
• If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can mix 1 teaspoon of cornstarch with 2 teaspoons of water and add it to the skillet during the last minute of cooking.
• To enhance the flavor, you can add a splash of white wine or rice vinegar to the marinade.

Serving advice

Serve the Macanese Garlic Prawns hot as a main course, accompanied by steamed rice or crusty bread. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves for a pop of color and added freshness.

Presentation advice

Arrange the stir-fried prawns on a platter, drizzling the garlic-infused sauce over them. Sprinkle some chopped cilantro on top for an appealing presentation. Serve with a side of steamed rice or crusty bread.