Low Sodium Chilli Prawn
Satisfy your seafood cravings with this vibrant and heart-healthy **Low Sodium Chilli Prawn** recipe! Bursting with bold flavors, this dish features tender prawns sautéed with fragrant garlic, fiery red chili, and sweet bell pepper, all balanced with a zesty hit of lime juice and lemon zest. Perfect for those seeking a low-salt option, this quick and easy stir-fry relies on fresh herbs like coriander and green onions, along with a pinch of black pepper, to deliver a punch of flavor without the need for added sodium. Ready in just 25 minutes, this light yet flavorful dish is ideal for a speedy weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing appetizer, best served with steamed rice or a side of crusty bread to soak up the delicious juices. Healthy, vibrant, and irresistibly tasty—this recipe proves that eating well doesn’t mean sacrificing flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Prawns
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 pieces Red chili
- 4 pieces Garlic cloves
- 1 piece Lime
- 0.5 bunch Fresh coriander
- 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 100 milliliters Water
- 1 piece Red bell pepper
- 2 pieces Green onions
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
Instructions
Clean and devein the prawns thoroughly under running water. Pat dry using paper towels.
Slice red chili and garlic cloves thinly. Cut the red bell pepper into thin strips. Chop the green onions and set aside.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the garlic and sauté until golden brown and aromatic, about 1 minute.
Add sliced red chili and red bell pepper strips to the skillet and continue to cook for another 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
Introduce the prawns to the skillet, stirring so that the prawns are coated in the oil and spices.
Add water to the pan and cover with a lid, allowing the prawns to cook until they turn pink and opaque, approximately 3–4 minutes.
Add ground black pepper, lime juice, and lemon zest to the pan, stirring well to incorporate the flavors. Adjust seasoning according to taste.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in chopped green onions and fresh coriander.
Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side, garnished with extra coriander if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
957 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.9 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1055 mg | 352% | |
| Sodium | 4765 mg | 207% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.0 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.8 g | ||
| Protein | 118.4 g | 237% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 568 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 1563 mg | 33% | |
*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.
