Thay Stir Fry Meal Prep (Thai-Inspired with Prawns)
This noodle stir fry meal prep is quick to make, packed with flavour, and perfect for busy weeks when you want something healthy but still satisfying. Using prawns, fresh vegetables, and a simple Thai-inspired sauce, the noodles turn out glossy, vibrant, and full of texture. Each portion is balanced with protein, carbs, and greens, making it a great option for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Prawns
- 700g (1.5lb) - Raw Prawns, Peeled & Deveined
- 1 tsp (3g) - Cornflour (Cornstarch)
- Salt
- Ground White Pepper
Noodles
- 450g (1lb) - Thick Egg Noodles
- 2 Tbsp (40ml) - Peanut Oil, Divided
Vegetables
- 3 - Garlic Cloves, Roughly Chopped
- 1 - Red Chilli, Sliced
- 1 - Carrot, Sliced
- 1 - Brown (Yellow) Onion, Sliced
- 150g (5oz) - Green Cabbage, Shredded
- 150g (5oz) - Green Beans, End Chopped
- 100g (3.5oz) - Bean Sprouts
- 3 - Spring Onions, Chopped
- 1/2 Bunch - Thai or Regular Basil
Sauce
- 3 Tbsp (60g) - Oyster Sauce
- 2 Tbsp (40ml) - Light Soy Sauce
- 1 Tbsp (20ml) - Dark Soy Sauce
- 2 tsp (10ml) - Fish Sauce
- 2 tsp (8g) - Granulated Sugar or Palm Sugar
- ½ - Lime, Juiced
Instructions
Prepare the prawns
- Pat prawns dry with a paper towel. Toss with cornflour, salt, and white pepper. Set aside.
Cook the noodles
- Cook noodles for 2 minutes less than the packet instructions.
Mix the sauce
- In a small bowl, whisk together oyster sauce, light soy, dark soy, fish sauce, sugar, and lime juice.
Sear the prawns
- Heat a wok or large pan over high heat until just smoking. Add a splash of neutral oil, then stir-fry prawns for 90 seconds–2 minutes until just pink and lightly charred. Remove and set aside.
Stir fry aromatics
- In the same wok, add garlic and chilli, frying for 20–30 seconds until fragrant.
Add vegetables
- Toss in carrot, onion, green beans, and cabbage. Stir fry 2–3 minutes until bright and just tender.
Combine
- Add the cooked noodles and sauce. Toss vigorously over high heat until noodles are glossy and coated. Return prawns to the wok along with bean sprouts, spring onions, and Thai basil. Toss through for 30 seconds to finish.
Serve
- Divide into containers or serve immediately with lime wedges and optional peanuts.
Nutrition Guide
The above nutrition guide is based on daily averages and is calculated for a single portion.
Recipe Notes
Storage Instructions
Store in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 4 days. For longer storage, freeze in freezer-safe containers for up to 3 months.
Reheating Instructions
Microwave with a splash of water to loosen the noodles, heating gently to avoid overcooking the prawns. If frozen, thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
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