Spicy tamarind prawns

Per serving

371kcal
17гProteins
20гFats
Carbs

Spicy tamarind paste, a zesty lime mayo and chilli prawns make this 15-minute meal something special. Try this quick and refreshing midweek supper for two

Ingredients

2 serv.
  • lime½

    juiced, plus wedges to serve

  • mayonnaise50g г
  • vegetable oil2 tbsp ст.л.
  • garlic clove1

    crushed

  • thumb-sized piece ginger

    grated

  • red chilli½

    finely chopped

  • tamarind paste1 tbsp ст.л.
  • raw jumbo king prawns180g г

    (or tiger prawns)

  • toasted sesame seeds

    sliced

  • spring onions

    and cooked

  • rice

    to serve

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 1

    Mix the lime juice with the mayonnaise and set aside.

  2. 2

    Heat the oil in a large, non-stick frying pan over a medium heat and add the garlic, ginger and chilli. Lightly fry for 2 mins until fragrant, then add the tamarind paste.

  3. 3

    Toss the prawns in the mixture and cook for 2-3 mins until they have all turned pink. Serve with rice topped with the sesame seeds and spring onions, and the lime mayo, plus lime wedges for squeezing over.

Source: bbcgoodfood.com
Original recipe

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