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Spicy shrimp with soy sprouts
There are dishes that need no introduction, just a first bite. This recipe Sautéed prawns with a spicy touch and crispy bean sprouts It's just that: fast and full of flavor. A star resource for your weeknight dinners or meals with guests.
The secret? A quick stir-fry over high heat, in a Castey pan that can withstand heat well and distributes the temperature evenly.
Ingredients (for 2 people)
- 250 g raw peeled prawns
- 1 clove of garlic
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 red chili pepper or 1/2 teaspoon dried chili flakes (adjust to your taste)
- 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon of honey or brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil (or mild olive oil)
- 100 g of soybean sprouts
- Juice of 1/2 lime
- Fresh cilantro or chives for garnish
- Sesame seeds (optional)
Step by step preparation
- Marinate the shrimp: In a bowl, mix the shrimp with the chopped garlic, ginger, chili, soy sauce, and honey. Let them marinate for at least 10 minutes while you heat your pan or wok.
- Sauté over high heatHeat the oil in a large skillet or wok. When it's very hot, add the shrimp with all the marinade juices. Cook for just 2-3 minutes on each side, until pink and juicy.
- Add the sprouts: Add the bean sprouts and sauté for another minute. The idea is to warm them through but retain that crunchy touch that makes them so irresistible.
- Final touchAdd the lime juice at the very end and stir well. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro or chives and a few sesame seeds if you have them on hand.
What to pair it with?
This dish works perfectly on a bed of jasmine rice, rice noodles, or even as a filling for wraps or lettuce wraps. You can customize it to your liking or serve it as is, with chopsticks and a glass of chilled white wine.
The chef's trick
Want more flavor? Add a few drops of chili oil at the end or a splash of fish sauce if you want to take it to a more authentic level.
And if you want to get that perfect stir-fry, fast and over high heat without anything sticking, use a frying pan or wok that can withstand high temperatures and distributes the heat evenly. Castey brand cast aluminum pans They are ideal for this type of Asian recipes, due to their excellent non-stick coating and their ability to maintain heat control at all times.
