Super Easy Prawns in Singapore Chilli Crab Sauce | Lunar Chinese New Year Shrimp Recipe

We are absolutely in love with the flavours of a proper Singapore Chilli Crab, but let’s be honest, not everyone enjoys handling crabs. That is why we wanted to bring that magic to a simpler, home-friendly dish. These super easy Singapore-Style Chilli Prawns capture everything that makes chilli crab so iconic: the sweet, spicy and tangy sauce, the garlicky aroma, and the glossy, finger-licking finish that makes you reach for seconds. In this video, Roland will show you how to recreate those flavours with juicy, perfectly cooked prawns without any of the stress of handling a crab. This recipe is quick, packed with flavour, and sure to impress family or friends. Try making this dish at home and happy cooking.

See the ingredient list below for your easy reference. We hope you can recreate this yummy recipe in the comfort of your home.

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Serves 3 - 4 (in a multi-dish meal)

Ingredients

For the Chilli Prawns
½ medium red onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
3g (0.1 oz) dried shrimp, rehydrated and finely chopped
½ tbsp sambal chilli paste
2 tbsp tomato ketchup
300ml (10.6 fl oz) water
½ tsp sugar
500g (17.6 oz) prawns, deveined
A little cornflour slurry (cornflour dissolved in a splash of water)
1 egg, lightly beaten

To Serve
Deep-fried mantou (Chinese plain buns) (optional)

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