Charred King Prawns with Ginger and Honey
20 large raw prawns, shell on For the Marinade 30 ml sunflower oil 45 ml runny honey 5 cm piece fresh root ginger, peeled and finely shredded 2 garlic cloves, crushed 30 ml soy sauce 60 ml dry sherry Put the prawns into a non-metallic dish. Mix together the marinade and pour over prawns. Toss to coat, cover and put in fridge for about 2 hours. Take prawns out of the marinade. Heat wok over a high heat. Add prawns and stir-fry for 3 - 5 minutes until slightly blackened and crisp ( they will turn pink when cooked) Pour in the marinade and about 30 ml cold water. Remove the prawns. Bring the marinade to a boil and let bubble for 1 min. Serve prawns with a rocket leaf salad, drizzle over the hot marinade and serve. Serves 4