Firecracker Prawn Tortillas
"From Recipe+ December '17. NOTE makes 8 for 4 serves."
Original is 4 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (543.6 g)
- Calories 531.3
- Total Fat - 15.4 g
- Saturated Fat - 2.3 g
- Cholesterol - 259.9 mg
- Sodium - 1622.9 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 65.8 g
- Dietary Fiber - 11.6 g
- Sugars - 5 g
- Protein - 37.3 g
- Calcium - 300.3 mg
- Iron - 3.8 mg
- Vitamin C - 77.4 mg
- Thiamin - 0.2 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Whisk mayonnaise, sriracha and sweet chilli sauce in a small bowl.
Step 2
Combine cabbages, coriander and onion in a large bowl.
Step 3
Heat barbecue to char grill pan over moderate high heat and add tortillas to grill and cook for 30 seconds each side or until browned and heated and then transfer to a heatproof plate, cover to keep warm.
Step 4
Drizzle prawns with oil and add to grill and cook for 2 minutes each side or until curled and changed in colour.
Step 5
Add lime to grill and cook for 30 seconds or until browned.
Step 6
Place tortillas on a clean work surface and top with cabbage salad, prawns and chilli mayonnaise and serve with lime.TIP - Sriracha is a chilli sauce made form chilli paste and vinegar. If not available, use chilli sauce or sambal oelek.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- When selecting the shrimp, look for ones that are firm and smell fresh.
- Try to buy organic mayonnaise and hot sauce, if available, for the best flavour.
- Substitute hot sauce (sriracha sauce) with chilli sauce or sambal oelek. This substitution will provide a similar level of spiciness and tanginess, but with a slightly different flavor profile.
- Substitute olive oil with coconut oil. This substitution will provide a richer flavor and a boost of healthy fats.
Teriyaki Prawn Tortillas Replace the hot sauce, sweet chilli sauce, and olive oil with 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce. Grill the prawns for 2 minutes per side or until curled and changed in color. Serve with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and extra teriyaki sauce, if desired.
Roasted Cauliflower Rice - This simple side dish is a great accompaniment to the Firecracker Prawn Tortillas. It is light and flavorful, and the roasted cauliflower adds a nice crunch and texture to the meal. The combination of the spicy prawns and the mild cauliflower rice is sure to please everyone at the table!
Spicy Mango Salsa: This colorful and flavorful salsa is the perfect accompaniment to the Firecracker Prawn Tortillas. The sweetness of the mango is balanced nicely by the spicy kick of the jalapeno peppers, creating a delicious combination that pairs perfectly with the prawns. The mango salsa is also a great way to add some fresh fruit to the meal, making it a healthier option.
FAQ
Q: What is Sriracha sauce?
A: Sriracha is a chilli sauce made from chilli paste and vinegar. It is often used as a condiment and is popular in Asian cuisine.
Q: What is the origin of Sriracha sauce?
A: Sriracha sauce was developed in the 1930s in the town of Si Racha, Thailand. It is named after the town and is now popular all over the world.
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Fun facts:
The origin of the sriracha sauce used in this recipe is thought to date back to the 1930s in the town of Si Racha in Thailand. It was created by a woman named Thanom Chakkapak and has since become a popular condiment in many countries around the world.
The prawns used in this recipe are often referred to as "firecrackers" because of the spicy chilli mayonnaise used to coat them. This name was popularised by celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay who has used this dish in a number of his restaurants.