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Garlic Steamed Prawns with Glass Noodles

Tender prawns steamed over fragrant glass noodles in a garlic-ginger broth, topped with scallions and chili oil. One-bowl Chinese comfort that looks elegant but takes 20 minutes flat.

Total time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
245
Protein
24g
Garlic Steamed Prawns with Glass Noodles
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Soak glass noodles in hot water for 6 minutes until soft. Drain well.

  2. Step 2

    Bring broth, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and scallion whites to a simmer in a medium pot.

  3. Step 3

    Add drained noodles to the pot and nestle them into a loose layer.

  4. Step 4

    Arrange prawns on top of noodles, cover, and steam for 5 minutes until prawns turn pink.

  5. Step 5

    Drizzle sesame oil over the top and scatter scallion greens across the surface.

  6. Step 6

    Serve directly from the pot into bowls, dividing prawns, noodles, and broth evenly.

Tools you’ll need

  • medium pot with lid
  • knife
  • cutting board

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