King Prawns with Thai Dipping Sauce
Elevate your appetizer game with this irresistible recipe for King Prawns with Thai Dipping Sauce! Perfectly pan-seared king prawns, still in their shells for maximum juiciness, are paired with a vibrant and tangy dipping sauce that’s bursting with authentic Thai flavors. Freshly squeezed lime juice, fish sauce, and palm sugar create the ideal balance of zesty, savory, and sweet, while minced garlic, bird’s eye chili, and coriander add depth and spice. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and easy dish is perfect for entertaining or a light, flavorful meal. Serve these prawns hot off the skillet with the aromatic dipping sauce on the side, garnished with fresh herbs and lime wedges for a stunning presentation. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply craving something exotic, this Thai-inspired appetizer is guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams king prawns (raw, deveined, shells on)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon palm sugar (or light brown sugar)
- 2 cloves garlic (finely minced)
- 1 small piece bird’s eye chili (thinly sliced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh coriander leaves (chopped)
- 1 small piece shallot (finely sliced)
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
Rinse the king prawns thoroughly under cold water. Pat them dry using paper towels and set them aside.
Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the prawns to the pan in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the shells turn pink and the flesh is opaque. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a small bowl, prepare the Thai dipping sauce by combining the lime juice, fish sauce, palm sugar, minced garlic, sliced chili, coriander leaves, sliced shallot, and water.
Stir the sauce well until the sugar is completely dissolved and all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Arrange the cooked prawns on a platter and serve alongside the Thai dipping sauce.
For added presentation, garnish the platter with extra coriander leaves and lime wedges.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
438 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.6 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.0 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 805 mg | 268% | |
| Sodium | 3110 mg | 135% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.0 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.3 g | ||
| Protein | 70.4 g | 141% | |
| Vitamin D | 19.0 mcg | 95% | |
| Calcium | 352 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1507 mg | 32% | |
*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.
