Sugar-Free Prawn Sambal
Dive into the bold, irresistible flavors of Sugar-Free Prawn Sambal—a vibrant twist on the classic Malaysian seafood dish, perfect for those seeking healthier options without compromising on taste. This recipe is powered by an aromatic blend of red and dried chilies, garlic, shallots, lemongrass, and tangy tamarind paste, creating a rich, spicy sambal sauce that pairs beautifully with succulent prawns. With no added sugar, it's both guilt-free and utterly satisfying. Ready in just 35 minutes, this versatile dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve it over steamed rice and let the zesty notes of lime juice and fish sauce brighten every bite!
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Recipe Information
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
Instructions
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.
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.
Add the tamarind paste and water to the saucepan, stirring well to combine with the chili paste.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
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.
Season the dish with salt, fish sauce, and lime juice, stirring well to ensure everything is well incorporated.
Once cooked, remove from heat and serve immediately with steamed rice or your choice of sides.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1394 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.3 g | 75% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.4 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 975 mg | 325% | |
| Sodium | 5498 mg | 239% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 95.9 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.6 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.0 g | ||
| Protein | 132.7 g | 265% | |
| Vitamin D | 19.0 mcg | 95% | |
| Calcium | 563 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 3075 mg | 65% | |
*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.
