Hi friends!
Let me tell you something: this satay prawns recipe is one I keep coming back to. It’s super fast (like, make-it-while-your-rice-cooks fast!), it’s full of flavor, and it’s way better than takeaway. If you love peanut butter and prawns, you have to try this. The best part? It only needs a few ingredients and comes together like magic.

Method (In Depth)

Make the Sauce

Let’s start with the heart of the dish the sauce! In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of creamy peanut butter with 1 tablespoon of satay sauce. I personally love using Jimmy’s Saté it has just the right blend of spices and sweetness. Add in 2 tablespoons of dark soy sauce for depth and saltiness, then toss in 2 minced garlic cloves. Now, to get that perfect saucy texture, slowly stir in a splash of water. Add just enough to make the mixture smooth and pourable think a runny paste. Mix it all together until everything is well combined and smells incredible.

Cook the Veggies

Next, let’s bring in the color! Heat a bit of oil in a large frying pan or wok over medium heat. Add one sliced onion and two chopped bell peppers (any colors you like they all work great). Sauté them gently, stirring every so often, until the onions turn soft and golden, and the peppers have just a little char on the edges. This should take about 5–7 minutes. The cooked veggies not only add texture, but also soak up the flavor of the sauce later on.

Get the Rice Going

While the veggies are cooking, it’s a good time to get your rice started. Basmati rice works beautifully for this dish because it’s light and fluffy, which balances out the rich satay sauce. Just follow the package instructions or your favorite method to cook enough rice for two servings. If you’re not in the mood for rice, you can also prep some noodles, zucchini noodles, or even cauliflower rice as a lighter option.

Add the Prawns

Once your veggies are ready, it’s time for the star of the show prawns! I usually use frozen, precooked king prawns because they’re super convenient. Toss them straight into the pan with the onions and peppers. Since they’re already cooked, all you need to do is heat them through. This takes just 2–3 minutes on medium heat. Stir gently so they mix well with the veggies and warm evenly.

Add the Sauce

Now for the fun part pour that delicious satay sauce you made earlier into the pan. Stir everything together so the prawns and veggies get fully coated in the creamy, nutty sauce. Let the mixture simmer for a couple of minutes, just until everything is heated through and the sauce starts to bubble gently. The smell at this point is amazing, and it only gets better from here!

Serve It Up!

Once everything’s hot and ready, it’s time to serve. Spoon the satay prawns generously over bowls of hot, fluffy basmati rice or noodles. And don’t forget the final touch cut a lime in half and give each plate a good squeeze. That zesty lime juice cuts through the richness of the sauce and brings everything together beautifully. Serve immediately while it’s still warm and cozy!

Necessary Tools

Not a lot! Just the basics:

1 frying pan or wok
1 small bowl (for mixing the sauce)
Knife and chopping board
Spoon or spatula
Pot for cooking rice (if using rice)