Roasted Prawns with Ginger
Prep
15 mins
Cook
20 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my favorite quick weeknight dinners because it comes together in just 35 minutes from start to table. Fresh ginger is the star here, and it's wonderful for digestion and reducing inflammation, so you're getting real health benefits with every bite. The beauty of this recipe is its simplicity: you just toss your prawns with vibrant aromatics, roast everything together, and you've got an elegant dish that tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen. The combination of lime, soy sauce, and sesame oil creates this incredible depth of flavor that feels restaurant quality, yet it requires barely any technique. It's become my go to when I want something that feels special without the fuss.
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Ingredients
- 1.2 kglarge prawns(peeled and deveined)
- 4 cmfresh ginger(peeled and julienned)
- 6garlic cloves(minced)
- 2lime(zest and juice)
- 4 tablespoonsextra virgin olive oil
- 1red chilli(thinly sliced)
- 2 tablespoonssoy sauce
- 1 tablespoonsesame oil
- 3spring onions(cut into 3cm pieces)
- 2 tablespoonscoriander leaves(fresh, chopped)
- 1 teaspoonsea salt
- ½ teaspoonblack pepper
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Pat the prawns dry with kitchen paper and season with sea salt and black pepper.
Tip: Dry prawns will caramelize better and develop a golden exterior.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, sesame oil, soy sauce, lime zest, and lime juice to create the marinade.
Tip: This balanced marinade combines umami, citrus, and nutty flavors.
- 3
Spread the julienned ginger and minced garlic across a large roasting pan, drizzle with half the marinade, and toss to combine.
Tip: Building flavor layers from the start ensures every element is infused with ginger.
- 4
Arrange the prepared prawns in a single layer over the ginger and garlic mixture.
Tip: Don't overcrowd the pan; use two pans if necessary for even roasting.
- 5
Scatter the sliced red chilli over the prawns and drizzle with the remaining marinade, tossing gently to coat.
Tip: The chilli will impart heat and beautiful color during roasting.
- 6
Roast in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the prawns turn pink and are cooked through.
Tip: Prawns cook quickly; overcooked ones become tough and rubbery.
- 7
Remove from the oven and immediately scatter the spring onions and fresh coriander over the hot prawns.
Tip: Adding fresh herbs at the end preserves their bright flavor and aroma.
- 8
Toss everything together gently and transfer to a serving platter, ensuring the ginger and garlic are distributed throughout.
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