Spicy Prawns from the Wok

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The character of this prawn dish is determined by the hot, sharp chillies or the peppery piquancy of the black bean sauce.

The picture shows Spicy Prawns and a glass of white wine. — © Austrian Wine/Blickwerk Fotografie

Pairs well with

What could fit better than the typical pepper tones and ripe fruit aromas of a robust Grüner Veltliner The salty, mineral notes give an additional kick.
Spicy prawns with a complex Chardonnay is a very harmonious combination. Smooth creaminess caresses the sharp peppery notes perfectly.
Of course, the prominent currant notes of a full-bodied Sauvignon Blanc complement the fine sweetness of the white prawn meat.