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Creamy Coconut Gochujang Prawns

Recipe by Shobhana Haldar on InstagramAdded 13 November 2026.

15 minutes to prep, 15 to cook. Juicy medium prawns are tossed in a silky coconut‑gochujang sauce that balances heat, sweetness, and garlic richness. The one‑pan method makes it a quick, comforting dinner perfect for cooler evenings. Serve over steamed rice or with crusty sourdough to soak up every flavorful bite.

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Method

  1. Marinate the prawns with salt, black pepper, paprika, oregano, garlic powder, and olive oil for 30 minutes.

  2. Heat a pan over medium heat and cook the marinated prawns until just done, then remove them and set aside.

  3. In the same pan, melt the butter.

  4. Add the minced garlic and onion paste and sauté for about 3 minutes until fragrant.

  5. Stir in the sugar and allow it to caramelize slightly.

  6. Add the tomato paste, gochujang, and chicken bouillon cube; cook for another 2 minutes until the mixture becomes rich and glossy.

  7. Pour in the coconut milk and, if using, add the cream mixed with water, stirring to create an even silkier sauce.

  8. Return the prawns to the pan and simmer for 2–3 minutes, just until they are coated in the sauce.

  9. Serve immediately with hot rice or crusty bread.

Tips while you cook

Marinate for flavor
Marinate the prawns with the spices and olive oil for the full 30 minutes before cooking.
Set aside cooked prawns
Remove the cooked prawns after searing and keep them aside while you build the sauce to prevent overcooking.
Add coconut milk after tomato base
Stir the coconut milk (and optional cream mixture) into the pan only after the tomato paste, gochujang, and bouillon are glossy.
Brief final simmer
Return the prawns to the sauce and simmer just 2–3 minutes until coated, preserving their tenderness.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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