Garlic Prawns With Asian Puy Lentils Recipe

Name: Garlic Prawns With Asian Puy Lentils
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 400 g peeled tiger shrimp, raw (defrosted if frozen); 2 red chilies, deseeded and finely chopped; zest and juice 1 lime; 2 large garlic cloves, crushed; 2 tablespoons oil; 200 g puy lentils; FOR THE DRESSING; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon clear honey; 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar; 3 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted; 1 bunch coriander, leaves roughly chopped

Servings: persons

400 g peeled tiger shrimp, raw (defrosted if frozen)
2 red chilies, deseeded and finely chopped
zest and juice 1 lime
2 large garlic cloves, crushed
2 tablespoons oil
200 g puy lentils
FOR THE DRESSING
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon clear honey
1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
3 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
1 bunch coriander, leaves roughly chopped

1
Place the prawns in a shallow dish.
2
Mix together half the finely chopped chilli, lime zest and juice, garlic and oil, then pour over the prawns. Cover and chill for 20 mins to marinate.
3
Meanwhile, put the lentils in a pan, cover with twice their depth in water, bring to the boil, then simmer for 15-20 mins until tender. Top up the water if you need to.
4
To make the dressing, put the remaining chopped chilli, the soy, honey and vinegar into a small bowl and stir together. Drain the lentils, then tip into a large bowl. Spoon over almost all the dressing while the lentils are hot, tip in the sesame seeds, then mix well.
5
Heat a frying pan until really hot. Lift the prawns out of the marinade, then fry for 1-2 mins each side until pink and lightly golden. Pour in the marinade and bring to the boil.
6
Fold the chopped coriander through the lentils, then spoon onto serving plates. Top with the prawns and any pan juices.

378

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 400 g peeled tiger shrimp, raw (defrosted if frozen), 2 red chilies, deseeded and finely chopped, zest and juice 1 lime, 2 large garlic cloves, crushed, and more.

Yes, Garlic Prawns With Asian Puy Lentils falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Garlic Prawns With Asian Puy Lentils

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