These garlic prawns were such a hit at the restaurant, our customers protested when they came off the menu for a season. They’re so sincerely like prawns that it fools even the most meaty of meat eaters. In truth, we were hesitant to include this recipe as it calls for a mock meat product. We wanted this book to include mostly items you could typically find at your local supermarket, even if you live in the country. But if you’re in a place lucky enough to have an Asian supermarket with a faux meat section, or a vegan convenience store, or even have the option of ordering vegan prawns online – do it!
The magic of this recipe is the delicious sauce. The yummy oil is one of the best parts of this dish: garlic, chilli, oil, lemon, yes!