Indonesian Prawn Salad
Prep
20 mins
Cook
15 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This Indonesian prawn salad is one of my go to recipes when I want something fresh and vibrant on the table in under forty minutes. What I love most is how simple it really is to put together, even though it tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen. The prawns cook in just fifteen minutes, and everything else is just chopping and mixing. Plus, the lime juice and fresh cilantro aren't just delicious they're packed with vitamin C, which is amazing for boosting your immune system. It's a dish that feels indulgent but is actually quite light and healthy, making it perfect for lunch or a casual dinner with friends.
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Ingredients
- 400prawns
- 200mixed greens
- 100red onion(thinly sliced)
- 100cucumber(thinly sliced)
- 100carrots(peeled and grated)
- 150papaya(diced)
- 2chilies(sliced)
- 50lime juice(freshly squeezed)
- 20fish sauce(store-bought or homemade)
- 10salt
- 5black pepper(freshly ground)
- 30sesame oil
- 20sesame seeds
- 20fresh cilantro(chopped)
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Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, prawns, red onion, cucumber, carrots, and papaya.
Tip: Use a large enough bowl to accommodate all the ingredients.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, fish sauce, salt, and black pepper.
Tip: Adjust the seasoning to taste.
- 3
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
Tip: Use a gentle tossing motion to avoid bruising the greens.
- 4
Sprinkle the sesame seeds and chopped cilantro over the salad.
Tip: Use a light hand, as the seeds can be overpowering.
- 5
Drizzle an additional 10ml of sesame oil over the salad.
Tip: This will add a rich and nutty flavor.
- 6
Toss the salad again to combine.
Tip: Make sure all the ingredients are well coated with the dressing.
- 7
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Tip: This will help the flavors to combine and the salad to chill.
- 8
Serve chilled, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.
Tip: This salad is best served immediately, but it can be refrigerated for up to 2 hours.
- 9
Optional: Serve with steamed rice or noodles for a filling meal.
Tip: This will add a satisfying texture to the dish.
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