Ginger Lime Prawns
Transform your dinner table into a flavor-packed experience with this Ginger Lime Prawns recipe—a delightful fusion of zesty citrus, aromatic ginger, and savory soy sauce. Marinated in a vibrant mix of lime juice, grated ginger, garlic, and a touch of honey for sweetness, these tender prawns are pan-seared to perfection in just minutes, making this dish both quick and irresistible. A dash of red chili flakes adds an optional spicy kick, while freshly chopped cilantro provides a bright, herby finish. Perfect for a light weeknight meal, these prawns pair beautifully with fluffy rice, quinoa, or a fresh green salad. Ready in under 25 minutes, this easy seafood recipe is a must-try for fans of bold, fresh flavors! Keywords: ginger lime prawns, easy seafood recipe, citrus marinade, quick cooking dinner, healthy prawn recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Prawns (peeled and deveined)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger (grated)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 Lime (zest and juice)
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoons Red chili flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine grated ginger, minced garlic, lime zest, lime juice, soy sauce, olive oil, honey, red chili flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Mix well to form the marinade.
Add the prawns to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Let them marinate in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes.
Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Add the marinated prawns to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side until they turn pink and slightly charred.
Flip the prawns and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until fully cooked through.
Remove the prawns from the skillet and place them on a serving platter.
Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and serve immediately. Optionally, serve with rice, quinoa, or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
699 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.0 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 975 mg | 325% | |
| Sodium | 2892 mg | 126% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.3 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.3 g | ||
| Protein | 124.1 g | 248% | |
| Vitamin D | 19.0 mcg | 95% | |
| Calcium | 210 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1554 mg | 33% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
