Petai Prawns with Sambal Belacan
If you love bold flavours, this Petai Prawns with Sambal Belacan recipe is one you need to try. The richness of the prawns, the unmistakable flavour of petai, and the deep savoury heat from Nusantara Kitchen Sambal Belacan come together in a dish that tastes incredibly satisfying with hot rice.
It’s simple, spicy, and perfect for weeknight cooking when you want something quick but packed with flavour.
Ingredients
- 250g prawns, cleaned and deveined
- 1 cup petai (stink beans)
- 2–3 tablespoons Nusantara Kitchen Sambal Belacan
- 3 cloves garlic, sliced
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 1 tablespoon oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: sliced red chilli for extra heat
Method
1. Prepare the prawns
Season the prawns lightly with salt and pepper.
2. Sauté the aromatics
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the garlic and onions, then sauté until fragrant and slightly softened.
3. Cook the prawns
Add the prawns into the pan and cook for about 2–3 minutes until they begin turning pink.
4. Add the sambal and petai
Stir in the Nusantara Kitchen Sambal Belacan and mix well so the prawns are evenly coated. Add the petai and continue cooking for another 2–3 minutes.
5. Serve hot
Once everything is well combined and fragrant, remove from heat and serve immediately with hot rice.
Why We Love This Recipe
The Sambal Belacan brings savoury depth, spice, and umami into the dish without needing complicated ingredients or long cooking times. The petai adds its signature earthy bite while the prawns absorb all the rich sambal flavour beautifully.
Simple ingredients. Big flavour.
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