Assam Prawn (gf) Recipe
Prawns are wok-fried in a tamarind sauce with shallots, garlic and turmeric.
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
Prepare the sauce
In a small bowl, mix the tamarind paste with a little water to thin it out. Set aside.
- 2
Cook the aromatics
Heat the vegetable oil in a wok over medium heat. Add the sliced shallots and sauté until they are translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- 3
Add garlic and turmeric
Add the minced garlic and turmeric powder to the wok. Stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 4
Cook the prawns
Increase the heat to high and add the prawns to the wok. Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until the prawns turn pink and are cooked through.
- 5
Add tamarind sauce
Pour the prepared tamarind sauce over the prawns and mix well. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the prawns to absorb the flavors.
- 6
Season and garnish
Season with salt to taste and remove from heat. Garnish with fresh coriander before serving.
