Prawns in Spicy Tomato Sauce Recipe

Name: Prawns in Spicy Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound raw king prawns, peeled, or a 2-pound package frozen prawns; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 3 garlic cloves, chopped finely; 14 ounces tomatoes, peeled and chopped; 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; Pinch of saffron threads (optional); Pinch of chili pepper; Salt; 1 to 2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley; 1 to 2 tablespoons chopped coriander

Servings: persons

1 pound raw king prawns, peeled, or a 2-pound package frozen prawns
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3 garlic cloves, chopped finely
14 ounces tomatoes, peeled and chopped
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
Pinch of saffron threads (optional)
Pinch of chili pepper
Salt
1 to 2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley
1 to 2 tablespoons chopped coriander

1
If using frozen prawns, defrost them thoroughly.
2
Pull the legs off the prawns, then peel off the shells and pull off the tails (they are usually sold headless).
3
If you see a dark vein along the back, make a fine slit with a pointed knife and pull it out.
4
In a large skillet, fry the onion in the oil, stirring, until it begins to color.
5
Add the garlic and cook until the aroma rises.
6
Then add the tomatoes, ginger, saffron, if using, chili pepper, and some salt and cook for about 20 minutes, until the sauce is reduced.
7
Now put in the prawns and cook them for 3 to 5 minutes, until they turn pink, turning them over once.
8
Stir in the chopped parsley and coriander at the end.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound raw king prawns, peeled, or a 2-pound package frozen prawns, 1 medium onion, chopped, 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 3 garlic cloves, chopped finely, and more.

Yes, Prawns in Spicy Tomato Sauce 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.

Prawns in Spicy Tomato Sauce

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