Ingredients:

  • 1 lb (450 g) large uncooked king prawns, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons (30 mL) vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon (15 g) fresh ginger, minced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 stalk lemongrass, finely chopped
  • 1-2 fresh red chilies, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon (15 mL) fish sauce
  • 2 tablespoons (30 mL) lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon (15 g) brown sugar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro leaves, chopped, for garnish
  • Lime wedges, for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Peel and devein the king prawns. Mince the ginger and garlic. Finely chop the lemongrass and slice the chilies.
  2. In a large sauté pan or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  3. Add ginger and garlic to the pan, stirring until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Add chopped lemongrass and sliced chilies; sauté for an additional minute.
  4. Add the prawns to the pan; sauté until they turn pink and opaque (about 3-4 minutes). Season with fish sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, salt, and pepper.
  5. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until thoroughly heated.
  6. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges. Serve immediately.