Garlic and Ginger Prawns on Asian Salad

by Wither Hills Restaurant
Marlborough, New Zealand

Wither Hills Restaurant situated in the stunning winery building - a contemporary design of comfortable sophistication that reflects the natural environment of Marlborough - the perfect setting to taste the Marlborough region on a plate. Chef Alain Hauswirth has spent over 25 years serving up delicious food in Marlborough and Wellington, settling at Wither Hills and serving up tasty food to match our stellar wines. Chef, Alain Hauswirth is classically trained in the best European culinary traditions. "The food served at the Wither Hills Restaurant is expressive of my passion for creating real food - it's about relaxed, clean flavors with a focus on quality produce."
- Alain Hauswirth, Wither Hills Restaurant Chef

6 prawn cutlets
30 grams ginger, finely chopped
3 garlic gloves, finely chopped
2 lemons
Fish sauce
Sesame oil
Rice vermicelli noodles
Fresh coriander
2 carrots
2 celery storks
Bean sprouts
Bamboo shoots
Chilly flakes (optional)
Salt and pepper

Marinate prawns in garlic ginger and juice of lemon, as well as the zest of the lemon, season salt and pepper. Salad; pour boiling hot water of the rice noodles and let them soak for 5 minutes, than cool under cold water. Make a dressing with sesame oil fresh coriander, lemon juice and mix well through noodles after they have been drained. Chop the celery and carrots into julienne and mix into salad as well as bean sprouts and bamboo shoots. Add dressing to salad in a large bowl. Heat frying pan sauté the prawns on medium heat until they are nicely colored. Place on top of salad and garnish with chili flakes.

Enjoy with a chilled glass of Wither Hills Sauvignon Blanc.

Cheers,
Alain Hauswirth, Wither Hills Restaurant