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Steamed garlic prawns with glass noodles (Chinese style) 蒜蓉蒸虾

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Steamed Garlic Prawns with Glass Noodles

Cultural Context

Steamed Garlic Prawns with Glass Noodles is a popular dish in Chinese cuisine, especially in coastal regions where seafood is abundant. This dish highlights the natural sweetness of prawns, enhanced by the aromatic garlic and ginger. Traditionally served during family gatherings or special occasions, it embodies the essence of Chinese cooking—fresh ingredients and simple techniques. Today, it's enjoyed in various forms across the globe, appealing to seafood lovers everywhere.

ChineseCNmain
40 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb prawns
4 oz glass noodles
4 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
2 tablespoons light soy sauce
2 tablespoons Chinese Shaoxing wine
1 cup water
3 green onions
1 red chili
1 tablespoon oil

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

glass noodles

🥗Healthier: zucchini noodles

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Zucchini noodles are lower in calories, while spaghetti is more affordable.

prawns

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: tofu

Chicken is leaner, and tofu is a budget-friendly protein alternative.

1

Clean the prawns with plenty of water, cut away sharp points, remove legs and part of the head if desired, and cut the shell open at the back to remove the vein.

2

Put prawns in a colander to drain excess water.

3

Soak glass noodles in water for about 10 to 20 minutes until fully soft and rehydrated.

4

Prepare the sauce by frying half of the chopped garlic in oil until aromatic, then add oyster sauce, sugar, light soy sauce, Chinese Shaoxing wine, and a few tablespoons of water, and bring to a boil.

5

Transfer the sauce to a bowl.

6

Make crispy fried garlic by heating oil and frying the remaining chopped garlic until light brown, then strain it to prevent burning.

7

Arrange the soaked glass noodles on a plate, place the prawns on top, and spoon the sauce into the openings of the prawns, drizzling the remaining sauce around.

8

Set up the steamer and steam over high heat for about 4 to 5 minutes.

9

Remove from the steamer and garnish with fried garlic, spring onions, and chopped chili.

Cooking Techniques

steaming

Equipment Needed

steamer potmixing bowlserving dish

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

shellfishsoy

Also Known As

Garlic PrawnsGarlic Noodles with Prawns

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