Prawn and Black Rice Salad With Vietnamese Dressing

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 1
Prawn and Black Rice Salad With Vietnamese Dressing for a Tasty and Healthy Meal
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Prep

15 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cloves garlic , minced or crushed
2 fresh thai birds eye chiles or 2 other red chilies , finely sliced
4 cm ginger , approx finely minced ( I just chopped the heck out of it )
4 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons lime juice ( about 1 lime )
4 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons caster sugar
250 g nanjing black rice
500 g green or raw peeled prawns or 500 g shrimp
salt
1/2 lemon , juice of

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
2-4
Calories
400
Sugar
10g
Fat
5g
This Prawn and Black Rice Salad With Vietnamese Dressing is a unique and exotic dish that combines the flavors of Southeast Asia with the health benefits of whole foods. The black rice adds a warm, nutty flavor and a chewy texture to the dish, while the prawns/shrimp provide a delicate seafood flavor and a protein boost. The spicy Vietnamese dressing ties all the flavors together, giving the dish a tangy and slightly sweet kick that lingers on the tongue. This recipe is perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner, and it can be easily customized to suit your tastes and dietary preferences.

Instructions

1.Rinse black rice and cook with 2 cups of water and a pinch of salt for 35-40 minutes until tender.
2.Mix garlic, chili, ginger, fish sauce, lime juice, water, and sugar in a bowl until sugar is dissolved to make dressing.
3.Peel and devein prawns/shrimp. Season with salt and spray a pan with non-stick cooking spray.
4.Cook prawns/shrimp for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and cooked through.
5.Add dressing and prawns/shrimp to the rice, mix well to combine.

PROS

This salad is high in protein, fiber, and nutrients, yet low in calories and fat.

The black rice adds a new texture and flavor dimension to the dish.

The spicy Vietnamese dressing gives the dish a unique taste.

CONS

The shrimp/prawns should be consumed soon after cooked to maintain freshness.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is packed with health benefits. Black rice is a good source of fiber, which promotes digestion and prevents constipation.
It is also full of antioxidants that help prevent chronic diseases such as cancer and heart disease.
The prawns/shrimp are high in protein and low in calories and fat. They contain essential nutrients like vitamin B12 and phosphorus, which are important for brain health, bone health, and energy production.

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