Thai Prawn Broil
A simple and flavorful Thai-inspired dish featuring succulent prawns, a medley of colorful vegetables, and a hint of spice. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound prawnfresh or frozen
- ●1 cup medleymixed bell peppers, carrots, and onions
- ●1/4 cup broilfish sauce
- ●2 tablespoons coconut oilfor cooking
- ●3 cloves garlicminced
- ●1 tablespoon gingergrated
- ●1 teaspoon chili flakesoptional, for some heat
- ●1 tablespoon fish saucefor added flavor
- ●1 tablespoon brown sugarfor balance
- ●2 stalks lemongrassbruised, for added depth
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the broiler.
- 2
Peel and de-vein the prawns, leaving the tails intact.
- 3
Season the prawns with salt and pepper.
- 4
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of coconut oil over medium-high heat.
- 5
Add the medley and cook until tender, about 3-4 minutes.
- 6
Add the garlic, ginger, and chili flakes (if using) to the skillet and cook for another minute.
- 7
Add the prawns to the skillet and cook until pink and just cooked through, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- 8
Transfer the prawns to a baking sheet and broil for 2-3 minutes, until slightly charred.
- 9
Serve the prawns on top of the medley, drizzled with fish sauce and sprinkled with brown sugar.
- 10
Garnish with lemongrass and serve immediately.