Ginger prawn stir-fry

2 Servings

Ingredients

Quantity Ingredient
12 ounces (350g) large raw prawns
Inches (4cm) fresh ginger,
Peeled and grated
Juice of a lime
1 tablespoon (15ml) dry sherry
1 tablespoon (15ml) oil
Pinch of 5-spice powder
Salt, pepper and sugar to
Taste

Directions

Peel and devein the prawns and put them into a strong plastic bag. Add ginger, lime juice and sherry. Tie the top of bag securely. Put bag into a bowl and leave to marinate for 4 hours. Heat oil in a large, heavy pan. Drain prawns and stir fry them for 3 minutes, or until cooked. Do not overcook!! Add 5-spice powder and the marinade and season to taste. Bring sauce to a boil, remove and serve. Source: Adapted by Deborah Kuhnen from 'The Hot and Spicy Cookbook' by Sophie Hale, ISBN 0-7858-0505-2.

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