Spicy Lemongrass Prawns

Method

1. 1 Finely chop the white base of the lemongrass and set aside a portion that has been cut into pieces and crushed.
2. 2 Trim the shrimp's antennae, leave the shells on, and pat them dry.
3. 3 Sauté chopped lemongrass in oil for 3 minutes over medium heat until golden and fragrant without burning.
4. 4 Sauté the lemongrass for a full 3 minutes to remove the pungent smell; sautéing it too quickly will result in a dish with the bitter taste of fresh lemongrass.
5. 5 Add the shrimp and stir-fry over high heat for 2 minutes, then season with fish sauce and sugar.
6. 6 Mix in the chopped chili peppers, crushed lemongrass, and shredded kaffir lime leaves after turning off the heat, then sprinkle with pepper.