Canola Oil and Garlic Prawn Stir Fry recipe

A quick, glossy stir fry with juicy prawns and a savoury garlic finish. It is fresh, fast and ideal for a weeknight dinner.

18 min · Easy · Chinese Jump to method

Canola Oil and Garlic Prawn Stir Fry

Ingredients

2 servings
  • 2 tbsp Canola Oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 250g Prawns
  • 1 tbsp Soy Sauce
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
Nutrition Per serving
Calories 289 kcal
Protein 29 g
Carbohydrates 2 g
Fat 18 g
Saturated fat 1.7 g
Fibre 0.2 g
Sugar 0.3 g
Sodium 730 mg

Why this works

A high-protein, very low-carbohydrate prawn stir fry that is relatively energy-dense mainly due to the oil, with a moderate sodium level from soy sauce and added salt.

Prawns. Prawns provide a lean source of protein, plus selenium and vitamin B12, which support normal immune and nervous system function.

Canola oil. Canola oil is mostly unsaturated fat and contains some omega-3 ALA, making it a more heart-friendly cooking fat than many saturated fats.

Sodium. Soy sauce and added salt raise the sodium content, so this dish may not suit a low-sodium diet without adjustment.

Method

  1. Pat the prawns dry and season lightly with salt and black pepper.
  2. Heat the canola oil in a wok or large frying pan over high heat.
  3. Add the garlic and stir for 20 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add the prawns and stir fry for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
  5. Splash in the soy sauce and toss everything together until glossy.
  6. Serve immediately with rice or noodles if desired.
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