EBI AL AJILLO recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jun 08 2026
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Ebi Al Ajillo Recipe

Inspired by Nubo Japanese Tapas
Time30m
Serves4

Japanese style garlic prawn, 4pcs bao buns

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Ingredients

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For the Garlic Prawns

For the Bao Buns

Method

Preparing the Garlic Prawns

  1. 1

    Marinate the Prawns

    In a bowl, combine the prawns with minced garlic, olive oil, chili flakes, soy sauce, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.

  2. 2

    Cook the Prawns

    Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated prawns and cook for about 3-4 minutes or until they turn pink and opaque. Remove from heat.

Assembling the Dish

  1. 3

    Prepare the Bao Buns

    Steam or microwave the bao buns according to package instructions until warm and soft.

  2. 4

    Assemble the Dish

    Place a portion of the garlic prawns inside each bao bun. Top with sliced cucumber and fresh cilantro for garnish.

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