🍤 Soy Garlic Prawns – Savory and Ready in Minutes

Looking for a fast, flavor-packed seafood dish you can whip up any night of the week? These Soy Garlic Prawns are juicy, savory, and coated in a sticky, umami-rich glaze that comes together in minutes. With just a handful of pantry staples—like soy sauce, Maggi seasoning, and garlic—this recipe delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort.

Perfect as a main dish, appetizer, or protein topping for rice or noodles, these prawns are your new go-to for quick, delicious meals.

🌟 Why You’ll Love These Soy Garlic Prawns

• Ready in under 15 minutes
• Made with just 6 ingredients
• Sticky, garlicky glaze you’ll want to put on everything
• Great for weeknight dinners or entertaining
• High in protein and naturally gluten-free if using GF soy sauces

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🔥 Tips for Success

• Use high heat to get a nice sear on the prawns without overcooking
• Don’t skip the Maggi—its deep umami flavor is what sets this glaze apart
• Double the sauce if you want extra to drizzle over rice or veggies
• For a spicy version, add a chopped Thai chili or a dash of chili oil

🍤 Soy Garlic Prawns

Recipe by Patrick Kong

Course: Appetizers, MainCuisine: ChineseDifficulty: Easy

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Servings

3-4

servings

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking time

5

minutes

Ingredients

• 1 lb prawns, peeled and deveined

• 1 Tbsp soy sauce

• 1 Tbsp Maggi seasoning sauce

• 1 tsp sugar

• 5 cloves garlic, minced

• 3 stalks scallions, chopped

• 1 –2 Tbsp neutral oil, for searing

Directions

• Devein the Prawns
• To clean the prawns, insert a thin skewer or toothpick into the second joint from the tail and gently pull up to remove the vein.
• Prep Aromatics
• Mince the garlic and chop the scallions. Set aside.
• Sear the Prawns
• In a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat, heat 1–2 tablespoons of neutral oil. Add the prawns in a single layer and sear for 1–2 minutes until they begin to turn pink. Flip and add the minced garlic. Sauté until the garlic is golden and fragrant.
• Add Sauce & Glaze
• Add the soy sauce, Maggi seasoning, and sugar to the pan. Stir to coat the prawns, then reduce the heat and let the sauce simmer for 30 seconds to 1 minute, or until it becomes syrupy and glossy.
• Finish with Scallions
• Turn off the heat and toss in the chopped scallions. The residual heat will soften them without overcooking, adding color and freshness to the dish.

🍚 Serving Suggestions

• Serve over steamed jasmine rice or garlic fried rice
• Pair with noodles or a fresh Asian slaw
• Add a squeeze of lime or chili flakes for extra brightness and heat
• Great as a side dish for family-style meals or tapas night

✅ Final Thoughts

These Soy Garlic Prawns are the ultimate quick-and-easy dish that doesn’t compromise on flavor. With a sweet, savory, garlicky glaze and tender prawns in every bite, this recipe is bound to become a repeat favorite. Whether you’re cooking for yourself or serving a crowd, this dish delivers restaurant-quality results at home.