Savoury Prawns Coated in Chili Sauce Recipe

Name: Savoury Prawns Coated in Chili Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 400 grams Shelled prawns; 1 tbsp Sake; 1 Salt; 1 Japanese leek; 1 clove Garlic; 200 ml Water; 1 tsp Chicken stock granules; 2 tsp Sugar; 1 tbsp Sake; 4 tbsp Ketchup; 1/2 tsp Soy sauce; 1/2 tsp Doubanjiang; 1 dash Salt; 1 Katakuriko

Servings: persons

400 grams Shelled prawns
1 tbsp Sake
1 Salt
1 Japanese leek
1 clove Garlic
200 ml Water
1 tsp Chicken stock granules
2 tsp Sugar
1 tbsp Sake
4 tbsp Ketchup
1/2 tsp Soy sauce
1/2 tsp Doubanjiang
1 dash Salt
1 Katakuriko

1
Shell and devein the shrimp if necessary (cut a notch along the spine of the shrimp and remove the vein).
2
Combine the sake and salt in a bowl.
3
Mix in the prawns to season.
4
Mince the leek and garlic.
5
Combine the ingredients in a bowl and set aside.
6
Coat the shrimp in katakuriko and fry in a good amount of oil.
7
The shrimp will cook a bit more in the sauce, so fry for about 8 minutes.
8
Remove the shrimp from the pan and absorb the excess oil with paper towels.
9
Add a small amount of oil, and cook the leek and garlic over low heat until aromatic.
10
Combine the ingredients and add them to the pan, simmer the mixture over low heat.
11
Add in the cooked shrimp, and cook until the sauce thickens.
12
Yummy simmering shrimp.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 400 grams Shelled prawns, 1 tbsp Sake, 1 Salt, 1 Japanese leek, and more.

Yes, Savoury Prawns Coated in Chili 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.

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Savoury Prawns Coated in Chili Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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