Prawns Steamed in Banana Leaves
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Ingredients
- 1 kg (2lb) Raw king prawns
- 2.5cm (1 inch) Piece fresh ginger, grated
- 2 Small fresh red chillies, finely chopped
- 4 Spring onions, finely chopped
- 2 Stems lemon grass, white part only, finely chopped
- 2 Teaspoons Soft brown sugar
- 2 TBSPS Lime juice
- 1 TBSP Fish sauce
- 1 TBSP Sesame seeds, toasted
- 2 TBSPS Chopped fresh coriander
- 6-8 Small banana leaves
Accompaniment
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Description
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Method
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1) Peel prawns and gently pull out the dark vein from each prawn back, starting at the head end. Process the ginger, chilli, spring onion and lemon grass in a food processor, in short bursts, until a paste forms. Transfer to a bowl and mix in the brown sugar, lime juice, fish sauce, sesame seeds and coriander. Add the prawns and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours.
2) Cut the banana leaves into eight 18cm (7 inch) squares. Soak the leaves in boiling water for 3 minutes, to soften. Drain, then pat dry.
3) Divide the prawn mixture into eight portions and place a portion on the centre of each banana leaf square. Fold up, then secure the parcels closed with bamboo skewers.
4) Place the parcels in a bamboo steamer over a large pan of simmering water and steam for 8-10 minutes, or until the filling is cooked.
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