Jul 17 2026

Imli Prawns Recipe

Time30m
Serves2

tangy, juicy pan fried shrimp infused in sesame oil

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Ingredients

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Ingredients

Method

Directions

  1. 1

    Marinate the Prawns

    In a bowl, mix the tamarind paste, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, chili flakes, and salt. Add the prawns and toss to coat. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.

  2. 2

    Heat the Oil

    In a large skillet, heat the sesame oil over medium-high heat.

  3. 3

    Cook the Prawns

    Once the oil is hot, add the marinated prawns and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side or until they turn pink and are cooked through.

  4. 4

    Garnish and Serve

    Remove the prawns from the skillet, sprinkle with chopped green onions, and serve with lime wedges on the side.

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