Prawns in peanut butter with garlic and coriander
4 servings
15 minutes
Shrimp in peanut oil with garlic and coriander is an exquisite dish of Chinese cuisine rooted in the traditions of southern provinces. Tender royal shrimp infused with the aromas of garlic, cilantro, and spicy chili create an explosive bouquet of flavors that combines spiciness, freshness, and a hint of nutty sweetness. Mustard seeds add a slight tanginess while lime juice refreshes, making the dish particularly vibrant. This recipe is perfect for lovers of exotic cuisine: it cooks quickly but reveals an amazing combination of ingredients that conveys the spirit of Chinese gastronomy. It can be served as a standalone dish or paired with rice for a harmonious and rich dinner.
1
Chop garlic and coriander finely.
- Garlic: 4 cloves
- Chopped cilantro (coriander leaf): 2 tablespoons
2
Place a large skillet or pot on high heat and pour oil into it.
- Peanut oil: 4 tablespoons
3
When it gets very hot, add mustard seeds and chopped peppers.
- Mustard seeds: 0.5 teaspoon
- Dried chili pepper: 2 pieces
4
When the seeds start to crack, add garlic. Stir for 3-4 seconds.
- Garlic: 4 cloves
5
Add shrimp and half a teaspoon of salt.
- King prawns: 450 g
- Lime juice: 10 ml
6
Fry, stirring constantly, until the shrimp turn opaque. Add coriander and lime juice, and stir again.
- Chopped cilantro (coriander leaf): 2 tablespoons
- Lime juice: 10 ml
