Thai-style prawns

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
5%
Thai-style prawns
15 min.
4
174kcal

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Experience the vibrant flavors of Thai cuisine with this delightful Thai-style prawns recipe! Perfect for seafood lovers, this dish brings together the succulent taste of fresh king prawns and the aromatic essence of lemongrass, garlic, and ginger. With a cooking time of just 15 minutes, you can whip up a healthy, gluten-free, and dairy-free meal that’s ideal for lunch or dinner.

This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also offers a wonderful balance of nutrients, boasting only 174 calories per serving. The prawns, rich in protein, are complemented by a medley of zesty ingredients, including a kick of red chili and the savory depth of Thai fish sauce. The grilling process adds a delightful smoky flavor, enhancing the dish's already enticing profile.

Whether you're hosting a casual gathering or simply want to treat yourself to a restaurant-quality meal at home, these Thai-style prawns are sure to impress. Serve them on skewers as a stunning centerpiece for your table, or toss them into a salad for a refreshing touch. Enjoy the vibrant tastes and fast cooking of Thai cuisine, and elevate your dining experience in just minutes!

Ingredients

  • 600 shrimp 
  •  lemon grass 
  • large to 5 chilies red seeded finely chopped
  • tbsp olive oil 
  • tsp thai fish sauce 
  •  garlic clove crushed
  • tsp ginger grated
  • tsp ground cumin 

Equipment

  • grill
  • metal skewers

Directions

  1. Mix the marinade ingredients and add to the prawns. Leave for 5 mins. To cook on a barbecue: thread the prawns on metal skewers, place in the centre of the grill on the lemongrass and cook for 2-3 mins, turning once until opaque. Discard the lemongrass before eating.

Nutrition Facts

Calories174kcal
Protein69.83%
Fat22.78%
Carbs7.39%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.75
Glycemic Load
0.54
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
8.4182608807864%

Flavonoids

Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:173.85kcal
8.69%
Fat:4.47g
6.87%
Saturated Fat:0.66g
4.1%
Carbohydrates:3.26g
1.09%
Net Carbohydrates:2.99g
1.09%
Sugar:0.75g
0.83%
Cholesterol:241.5mg
80.5%
Sodium:416.61mg
18.11%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:30.81g
61.61%
Phosphorus:336.23mg
33.62%
Copper:0.63mg
31.34%
Vitamin C:16.87mg
20.45%
Manganese:0.38mg
19.14%
Magnesium:65.97mg
16.49%
Zinc:2.2mg
14.68%
Potassium:496.15mg
14.18%
Calcium:109.68mg
10.97%
Iron:1.71mg
9.5%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
4.76%
Vitamin E:0.6mg
4.01%
Vitamin K:3.74µg
3.56%
Vitamin A:114.25IU
2.28%
Folate:8.07µg
2.02%
Vitamin B3:0.31mg
1.53%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.28%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.21%
Fiber:0.27g
1.09%