Garlic prawns are one of my go-to entrées for dinner guests—it’s quick, easy to prepare, and pairs perfectly with bread! In this recipe, I put a twist on the classic Spanish version by swapping parsley and pimentón for kaffir lime leaves and tom yum, creating a local twist with a spicy kick!

Thai-tanic twist offers versatility

With the infusion of Asian flavors, this dish isn’t just great with bread—it also pairs beautifully with rice, making it a versatile option for any meal. The rich, garlicky sauce, infused with spicy tom yum paste and fragrant kaffir lime leaves, complements fluffy Jasmine rice perfectly. That said, I still enjoy it best with crusty bread, which soaks up all that delicious sauce for an irresistible combination! Plus, since it’s made with extra virgin olive oil, which is high in monounsaturated fats, it can also help support healthy cholesterol levels.

Recipe Card

Serves: 3 – 5 paxPrep Time: 15 minsCook Time: 15 mins

Ingredients

Prawns 500gExtra Virgin Olive Oil 1/2 cupGarlic 3 cloves (sliced)Tom Yum Paste 2 tspKaffir Lime leaves 3 (sliced thinly)Salt 1/4 tsp

Method

1. Remove heads and shells of prawns and devein with toothpick2. Add prawn heads and olive oil in saucepan.3. Gently fry till oil turns red, then remove the heads from pan and set aside. 4. Add garlic slices and fry for a min.5. Add the prawns and gently fry for 1 min on one side, then flip over and fry for another 1 to 2 mins.6. Remove prawns when fully cooked, set aside.7. Add tom yum paste and mix into oil8. Add half ...