Roasted Prawns with Bamboo Shoot
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
Succulent prawns and tender bamboo shoots tossed with garlic, ginger, and a light soy-butter glaze, then roasted until caramelized for a restaurant-quality dish that's ready in under an hour.
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Ingredients
- 500 glarge prawns(peeled and deveined)
- 300 gfresh bamboo shoots(cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 5garlic cloves(minced)
- 2 tablespoonsfresh ginger(grated)
- 3 tablespoonssoy sauce
- 3 tablespoonsbutter
- 1 tablespoonsesame oil
- 2 tablespoonslime juice
- 3green onions(chopped)
- ½ teaspoonchili flakes
- ¼ teaspoonblack pepper
- ½ teaspoonsalt
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Pat the prawns dry with paper towels and season with salt and black pepper.
Tip: Drying the prawns ensures they get a better sear and develop a nice caramelized exterior.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, lime juice, minced garlic, grated ginger, and chili flakes to create a glaze.
Tip: You can prepare this glaze while the oven preheats to save time.
- 3
Spread the bamboo shoot pieces on a large roasting tray and drizzle with half of the prepared glaze. Toss to coat evenly and spread in a single layer.
Tip: Roasting the bamboo shoots slightly before adding prawns ensures they become tender and develop a light caramel color.
- 4
Roast the bamboo shoots for 8 minutes in the preheated oven until they begin to lightly brown.
Tip: Don't skip this step as it adds depth of flavor to the final dish.
- 5
Remove the tray from the oven and push the bamboo shoots to the sides, creating space in the center for the prawns.
Tip: Creating space prevents the prawns from steaming and helps them roast properly.
- 6
Arrange the seasoned prawns in the center of the tray and dot with butter. Pour the remaining glaze over the prawns.
Tip: The butter will melt and infuse the prawns with a rich, luxurious flavor.
- 7
Roast for 12-15 minutes until the prawns are pink and cooked through, stirring gently halfway through to ensure even cooking.
Tip: Prawns cook quickly, so watch carefully to avoid overcooking, which makes them tough.
- 8
Remove from the oven and garnish generously with chopped green onions. Toss everything together gently to combine the flavors.
Tip: The green onions add a fresh, bright note that balances the rich, savory flavors of the dish.
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