Fresh and light Chinese-inspired starter featuring juicy prawns, garlic, and a crunchy lettuce wrap.

Ingredients

• 300g raw prawns, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 head of iceberg lettuce, leaves separated
• 1 small cucumber, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh coriander (optional)

Method

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Add the prawns to the pan and cook for 3-4 min until they turn pink and opaque.
4. Stir in the soy sauce, sesame oil, and ground black pepper. Cook for an additional 1-2 min.
5. Remove the pan from heat and let the prawn mixture cool slightly.
6. To serve, take a lettuce leaf and spoon some of the prawn mixture into the center.
7. Top with diced cucumber and red bell pepper, and sprinkle with chopped coriander if using.
8. Wrap the lettuce around the filling and enjoy!

Notes

• Ensure prawns are thoroughly cooked and pink before serving.
• Adjust the amount of garlic according to taste preferences.