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Savor the Spice: Irresistible Chili Garlic Prawns Paired with Creamy Coconut Rice

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A delicious dish featuring prawns stir-fried with garlic and chili paste, served over creamy coconut jasmine rice.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large prawns, peeled and deveined
  • 4 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons chili paste or sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Rinse jasmine rice until water runs clear.
  2. In a saucepan, boil coconut milk with a pinch of salt; add rice and simmer for 15 minutes.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds.
  4. Add prawns and chili paste; stir-fry until prawns are pink and opaque, then season with lime juice, salt, and pepper.
  5. Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and let sit.
  6. Serve coconut rice topped with chili garlic prawns and garnish with cilantro.

Notes

  • Adjust chili paste according to spice preference.
  • Fresh cilantro enhances flavor and presentation.
  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir-fry, Boiling
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free