Thyme Braised Prawns
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Thyme Braised Prawns

timer 10 MIN
signal_cellular_alt Easy
person 4 servings
Recipe
Thyme Braised Prawns

About This Recipe

This succulent Stir-Fried Shrimp in Tomato Sauce is a vibrant, flavorful dish that combines plump shrimp with a tangy, aromatic sauce. Fresh shrimp are cleaned and stir-fried to perfection, then simmered in a rich blend of tomato sauce, ginger, garlic, and light soy sauce for a savory-sweet depth. The key to this dish is the wok-frying technique, which locks in the shrimp’s natural sweetness while infusing it with the bold flavors of ginger and garlic. A splash of cooking wine and a hint of sugar balance the tangy tomato sauce, creating a glossy, irresistible glaze. Finished with fresh scallions, this dish is a perfect harmony of textures and tastes—tender shrimp coated in a luscious, umami-packed sauce. Quick to prepare yet restaurant-quality, this recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve it over steamed rice to soak up every last drop of the delicious sauce!

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 10m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • shrimp 200g
The aromatics
  • scallions 50g (about 2-3 stalks)
The sauce & seasonings
  • ginger 10g (1-inch piece)
  • garlic 2 cloves (about 5g)
  • tomato sauce 2 tbsp
  • light soy sauce 1 tbsp
  • cooking wine 1 tbsp
  • sugar 1 tsp
  • salt to taste

menu_book Directions

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Step 1
Step 1
Prepare the ingredients: shrimp, scallions, ginger, garlic, tomato sauce, and light soy sauce.
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Step 2
Clean the shrimp by cutting off the whiskers and claws, opening the back and removing the black vein, then wash and drain the water.
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Step 3
Heat oil in a wok until it reaches 60-70% heat, then add the shrimp.
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Step 4
Step 4
Stir-fry the shrimp until they are evenly coated with oil and turn red, then remove them from the wok.
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Step 5
Step 5
Leave the oil in the wok and heat it until it is hot, then add the ginger and garlic and stir-fry until fragrant.
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Step 6
Step 6
Add the tomato sauce and stir-fry until it becomes a sauce.
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Step 7
Add the stir-fried shrimp back into the wok.
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Step 8
Add the cooking wine, light soy sauce, and sugar along the edge of the wok in sequence.
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Step 9
Step 9
Stir-fry everything together, then add half a bowl of hot water, bring to a boil, cover the lid, and simmer over low heat for 2 minutes.
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Step 10
Add the scallions and salt.
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Step 11
Cook over high heat to reduce the sauce.
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The dish is now ready to be served.

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