Sweet Chilli and Peanut Prawn Noodles

a) Meanwhile, boil a half-full kettle for the sauce.

b) Trim the carrot, then halve lengthways (no need to peel). Slice widthways into pieces about 1/2 cm thick.

c) Drain the prawns. IMPORTANT: Wash your hands and equipment after handling raw prawns.

a) Heat a drizzle of oil in a large frying pan on high heat.

b) Once hot, add the prawns, carrot and mushrooms. Fry, stirring occasionally, for 5-6 mins. IMPORTANT: The prawns are cooked when pink on the outside and opaque in the middle.

a) Meanwhile, peel and grate the garlic (or use a garlic press).

b) In a measuring jug, mix together the peanut butter and boiled water for the sauce (see pantry for amount) until smooth. Once smooth, stir in the ketjap manis, sweet chilli and soy sauce and mix until well combined.

c) Add the garlic to the pan and fry until fragrant, 1 min.

d) Pour in the sauce and bring to the boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until thickened, 3-4 mins.

a) Meanwhile, cut the lime into wedges.

b) Stir the cooked noodles into the pan until coated in the sauce. Add a squeeze of lime juice and stir to combine.

c) Taste and add more salt, pepper or lime juice if needed.

d) Add a splash of water if it's a little too thick.