Thai King Prawns

Recipe from a local Thai restaurant in my hometown.

• Ready In: 45 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 12  raw  king prawns, thawed if frozen
• 1  small red chile, seeded and finely chopped
• 2  garlic cloves, peeled and finely sliced
• 2  spring onions, finely sliced
• 1  inch  piece gingerroot, peeled and finely grated
• 1⁄2  lemon, juice of
• 2  tablespoons flat leaf parsley, chopped
• 1  tablespoon canola oil
• 3  ounces  sweet chili sauce

Directions

1. Peel the prawns, leaving the last part of the tail intact, and de-vein.
2. Put the prawns in a shallow dish and toss with the chili, garlic, spring onions, ginger, lemon juice and parsley.
3. Cover and chill for 30 minutes.
4. Heat the oil in a large non-stick frying pan or wok.
5. Add the prawns and marinade and stir-fry gently for 2-3 minutes until the prawns are pink and cooked through.
6. Serve with a small dish of sweet chili dipping sauce.