Vegetarian

Sunday, April 1, 2012

F&H Prawn Ssam

Serves 4 @ 5pp per serve

Ingredients
•               3 medium cloves garlic, finely chopped (about 3 teaspoons)
•               1 (5cm) piece of ginger, finely chopped (about 4 teaspoons)   
•               1 bunch coriander, coarsely chopped divided (about 1 loosely packed cup)
•               2 tbs vegetable oil, divided
•               2 tablespoons chili paste (like sambal or sriracha)
•               900g peeled and deveined medium raw Prawns
•               1 head Bibb lettuce
•               2 limes, cut into wedges
•               1 bunch scallions, finely sliced
•               salt

Procedures

Combine ginger, garlic, 1/4 cup chopped  coriander, 3 tablespoons vegetable oil and chili paste in a large dish. Toss prawns in marinade and allow to stand for 15 minutes (or up to 2 hours).



Gently remove each leaf from the head of Bibb lettuce and arrange on a platter. Place remaining coriander, limes and chopped scallions in small bowls. 



When ready to eat heat remaining oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. When oil is shimmering add prawns in single layer and cook until first side is pink and spotty, 1 to 2 minutes. Flip prawns and cook until second side is pink and prawns are cooked through, 1 to 2 minutes longer. Season to taste with salt. Place in a serving dish and serve passing along with lettuce, scallions, coriander and limes so that everyone can make their own lettuce wrap.

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