Heart-Healthy Chilli Prawn
Spice up your weeknight dinner plans with this enticing Heart-Healthy Chilli Prawn recipe, a vibrant dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Packed with lean protein from succulent prawns and infused with bold flavors from garlic, red chili flakes, and a touch of lemon juice, this stir-fry-style meal excels in both taste and wellness. Fresh, colorful ingredients like diced red bell pepper and juicy cherry tomatoes make it a feast for the eyes and palate, while low-sodium soy sauce and heart-healthy olive oil keep the dish light and wholesome. With just 15 minutes of prep and 10 minutes of cook time, it’s the perfect quick yet satisfying meal for busy nights. Serve warm, sprinkled with freshly chopped coriander for a fragrant finishing touch. Ideal for those seeking flavorful low-sodium recipes or healthy seafood options!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Raw prawns, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
- 200 grams Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 teaspoon Red chili flakes
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Fresh coriander, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Rinse the prawns under cold running water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
Heat olive oil in a large non-stick pan over medium heat.
Add minced garlic to the pan and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the diced red bell pepper and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they begin to soften.
Add the prawns to the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes until they turn pink and are cooked through.
Add the cherry tomatoes and red chili flakes, stir well to ensure even cooking.
Pour in the lemon juice and low-sodium soy sauce, then mix everything together to combine.
Season with black pepper and salt, adjusting to taste.
Remove the pan from heat and stir in the fresh chopped coriander.
Serve warm, garnished with a sprig of coriander if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
862 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.6 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 945 mg | 315% | |
| Sodium | 2938 mg | 128% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.4 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.6 g | ||
| Protein | 127.9 g | 256% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 409 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 2138 mg | 45% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
