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Galangal and chilli Prawn Pilaf

The kind of Thai plate you make on repeat. galangal and chilli, a proper roast, and a finish of fresh herbs.

4.6 from 4,086 cooks
Prep10 min
Cook15 min
Serves8
LevelMedium
Free to cook
Galangal and chilli Prawn Pilaf
Method

How to cook it

Prep everything first: chop the aromatics, measure the galangal and chilli elements, and pat the prawn dry so it colours well.

Warm the olive oil in a large pan over a medium heat and soften the onion and garlic until sweet and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Turn up the heat and add the prawn. Roast in the hot oven, turning halfway, until golden at the edges and tender.

Stir in the coconut milk and the rest of the galangal and chilli flavours, letting them cook out for a minute until fragrant.

Add the red onion along with a splash of stock or water, then cook briskly until everything is tender and the sauce clings.

Tested in the Stewart & Musell kitchen. Timings assume a standard home oven and hob.

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