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Chilli Garlic Shrimp

Chili garlic shrimp is a spicy treat and quick recipe to make

INGREDIENTS

  • 500g shrimp
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 3 finely minced cloves
  • 2 tsp grated ginger
  • 1 tsp chilli flakes
  • ½ cup of water
  • 3 tbsp sriracha sauce
  • 2 tsp soy sauce
  • 3 tbsp sugar
  • Green onions
  • Sesame seeds

PRÉPARATION

  1. Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add half the prawns and sear for about 45 seconds on each side until golden, then remove into bowl.
  2. Add garlic, ginger and chilli flakes. Cook until garlic turns golden.
  3. Add water, then Sriracha, soy sauce and sugar, Stir, increase heat to medium high, and let it simmer for 3 minutes or until the sauce starts to thicken to a thin syrup consistency.
  4. Add the prawns and cook for 2 mins until sauce is reduced and coats the prawns nicely.
  5. • Garnish with sesame seeds, fresh chilli and shallots if desired.