Fried Prawns in Soy Sauce

Fried Prawns in Soy Sauce

A simple and elegant Chinese prawn dish, which is quick and easy to make. Prawns are cooked in a gingery soy sauce. Serve with freshly cooked rice.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
13 mins
Total Time:
28 mins
Yield:
6 servings
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 7 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 ¾ pounds shell-on prawns, deveined and patted dry
  • ¼ cup finely chopped spring onions
  • 1 (4 inch) piece fresh ginger, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons chicken stock
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon rice wine
  • 2 teaspoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules, or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1
Heat 5 tablespoons oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Add prawns; saute until pink, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a plate.

Step 2
Pour remaining 2 tablespoons oil into the wok. Add spring onions and ginger; cook and stir until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Return prawns to the wok; cook and stir for 1 minute. Add chicken stock, sugar, rice wine, soy sauce, bouillon granules, and salt; bring sauce to a boil. Reduce heat to low; simmer until flavors combine, about 2 minutes.

Step 3
Arrange prawns on a serving plate; pour sauce on top.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

269
Calories
17g
Fat
6g
Carbs
22g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 269
% Daily Value *
Total Fat17g 22%
Saturated Fat3g 14%
Cholesterol202mg 67%
Sodium505mg 22%
Total Carbohydrate6g 2%
Dietary Fiber0g 1%
Total Sugars4g
Protein22g
Vitamin C3mg 17%
Calcium45mg 3%
Iron3mg 18%
Potassium221mg 5%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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