Low Sodium Prawn Sambal
Lighten up your favorite Southeast Asian-inspired dish with this flavorful Low Sodium Prawn Sambal recipe! Perfect for those watching their salt intake, this healthier rendition of the classic sambal combines succulent prawns, aromatic garlic and ginger, fiery red chilies, and a hint of tamarind for a tangy punch. A splash of low-sodium soy sauce and a touch of brown sugar balance the vibrant flavors, while fresh lime juice and cilantro add a zesty, herbal finish. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy prawn sambal pairs beautifully with steamed rice or noodles, making it an ideal choice for a quick yet satisfying weeknight meal. Indulge in the bold, savory taste of sambal without the excess sodium!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams prawns, peeled and deveined
- 1 large red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 1 inch ginger, minced
- 3 pieces red chilies, chopped
- 1 tablespoon tamarind paste
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 100 milliliters water
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
Prepare all the ingredients by peeling and deveining the prawns, and slicing the red bell pepper and chopping the onion.
In a blender, combine the garlic, ginger, and red chilies and blend into a smooth paste.
Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and saute until translucent.
Add the garlic-ginger-chili paste to the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
Mix in the tamarind paste, low-sodium soy sauce, and brown sugar, stirring well to combine all the flavors.
Pour in 100 milliliters of water and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Add the prawns to the pan and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until they turn pink and are cooked through.
Stir in the sliced red bell pepper and continue to cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Finish with a squeeze of lime juice and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro before serving.
Serve the Low Sodium Prawn Sambal hot with steamed rice or noodles.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
932 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.4 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 945 mg | 315% | |
| Sodium | 1582 mg | 69% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.9 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.6 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.1 g | ||
| Protein | 127.8 g | 256% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 250 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 2102 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.
