A quick and easy air fryer recipe for delicious soy garlic prawns, served hot on a bed of veggies and rice.

Soy Garlic Prawn recipe
Prep Time
5min
Cook Time
10min
Total Time
15min

Ingredients

2 Servings
(1 serving = 150g prawns)

Main Ingredients

  • Prawns
    Prawns
    300g
  • Ginger-Garlic Paste
    Ginger-Garlic Paste
    1tsp
  • Soy Sauce
    Soy Sauce
    1tsp
  • Sesame Oil
    Sesame Oil
    1tsp
  • Chili Powder
    Chili Powder
    1/2tsp

How to make Soy Garlic Prawn

Cooking Instructions

  1. Step 1

    In a bowl, combine the prawns, ginger-garlic paste, soy sauce, sesame oil, and chili powder. Mix well to coat the prawns evenly.

  2. Step 2

    Preheat the air fryer to 180°C.

  3. Step 3

    Place the marinated prawns in the air fryer basket.

  4. Step 4

    Air fry the prawns for 10 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time.

  5. Step 5

    Once cooked, serve the prawns hot on a bed of veggies and rice.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

180.0kcal (9%)

Protein

33.0g (66%)

Carbs

3.0g (1.09%)

Sugars

0.0g

Healthy Fat

4.0g

Unhealthy Fat

1.0g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. For extra flavor, let the prawns marinate for 15-30 minutes before cooking.

  2. You can add your choice of vegetables to the air fryer for a complete meal.

FAQS

  1. Can I use frozen prawns for this recipe?

    Yes, you can use frozen prawns, but make sure to thaw them completely before marinating.

  2. What vegetables pair well with soy garlic prawns?

    Vegetables like bell peppers, broccoli, and snap peas work well with this dish.

  3. Can I make this recipe spicy?

    Yes, you can increase the amount of chili powder or add fresh chili for more heat.

  4. Is this recipe suitable for meal prep?

    Absolutely! You can prepare the prawns in advance and air fry them just before serving.

  5. What type of rice should I serve with this dish?

    Jasmine or basmati rice complements the flavors of the soy garlic prawns well.

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