Steamed Garlic Prawns, Chinese Style

Steamed Garlic Prawns, Chinese Style
  • PREP TIME
    5 mins
  • COOK TIME
    15 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    20 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    36

Experience the delicate succulence of perfectly steamed prawns, infused with the pungent aroma of garlic and a hint of brandy. This classic Chinese-style dish is both healthy and incredibly flavorful, offering a delightful taste of the Orient in your own kitchen.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    2 g
  • Cholesterol
    106 mg
  • Fiber
    0 g
  • Protein
    12 g
  • Saturated Fat
    0 g
  • Sodium
    574 mg
  • Sugar
    0 g
  • Fat
    1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Thoroughly wash the prawns, ensuring they are clean while retaining their shells and heads. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

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Recipe View In a small bowl, whisk together the light soy sauce, minced garlic, and brandy until well combined. This marinade will infuse the prawns with a savory and aromatic flavor. (Prep time: 2 minutes)

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Recipe View Arrange the prawns artfully on a heat-resistant dish, ensuring they are in a single layer for even cooking. Pour the soy sauce mixture evenly over the prawns, coating them generously. (Prep time: 3 minutes)

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Recipe View Fill a pot or wok approximately halfway with water. Place a steamer basket or rack inside, ensuring it sits above the water level. Bring the water to a rolling boil. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

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Recipe View Carefully place the dish of prawns onto the steamer basket. Cover the pot or wok tightly with a lid. Steam the prawns for 8-10 minutes, or until they turn opaque and are cooked through. The exact steaming time will depend on the size of your prawns. (Cook time: 8-10 minutes)

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Recipe View Once the prawns are cooked, carefully remove the dish from the steamer. Serve immediately while hot, allowing your guests to savor the fresh, garlicky aroma and delicate flavor.

For an extra touch of elegance, garnish the steamed prawns with finely chopped scallions and a drizzle of sesame oil before serving.
If you don't have brandy on hand, you can substitute it with a dry sherry or rice wine.
Be careful not to overcook the prawns, as they can become rubbery. They are done when they turn pink and opaque.
Serve these steamed garlic prawns with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.4/ 5 ( 12 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Philip Sauer

    This recipe is so easy and delicious! My family loved it.

  • Orie Townebrekke

    I added a little ginger to the marinade and it was amazing!

  • Geovanny Willms

    The prawns came out perfectly cooked and juicy.

  • Frank Quigley

    A great way to enjoy prawns without all the extra oil!

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