Sugar-Free Prawn Sambal
Spice up your meals with this vibrant and flavorful Sugar-Free Prawn Sambal, a guilt-free take on a beloved classic! This Southeast Asian-inspired dish combines succulent prawns with an aromatic sambal paste made from a blend of red chilies, lemongrass, garlic, shallots, and tamarind. Perfect for those seeking a sugar-free option without sacrificing bold, authentic flavors, this recipe balances heat, tanginess, and umami with the addition of lime juice and fish sauce. Quick and easy to prepare in under 40 minutes, it’s an excellent choice for a healthy weeknight dinner. Serve this savory delight with freshly steamed rice or your favorite side dishes for a satisfying, wholesome meal that's sure to impress!
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Ingredients
- 500 grams Large prawns, deveined and shells removed
- 6 pieces Red chilies, seeds removed and roughly chopped
- 4 pieces Dried chilies, soaked in hot water for 10 minutes
- 6 pieces Shallots, peeled
- 5 pieces Garlic cloves, peeled
- 2 pieces Lemongrass stalks, tender white part only, finely sliced
- 2 tablespoons Tamarind paste
- 1 cup Water
- 4 tablespoons Cooking oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
Directions
Step 1
In a blender or food processor, combine the red chilies, soaked dried chilies, shallots, garlic cloves, and sliced lemongrass. Blend until a smooth paste forms.
Step 2
Heat the cooking oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the chili paste and saute for about 5 minutes, stirring regularly until the paste becomes fragrant and dark in color.
Step 3
Add the tamarind paste and water to the saucepan, stirring well to combine with the chili paste.
Step 4
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 5
Add the prawns to the saucepan and cook for about 3-4 minutes until they turn pink and opaque, making sure to coat them well with the sambal sauce.
Step 6
Season the dish with salt, fish sauce, and lime juice, stirring well to ensure everything is well incorporated.
Step 7
Once cooked, remove from heat and serve immediately with steamed rice or your choice of sides.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1252g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1394.2 |
| Total Fat 58.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 8.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 975mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5498.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 95.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 52.0g | |
| Protein 132.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 760IU | 0% |
| Calcium 563.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3074.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories