Sweet and Sour Prawns
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
3 mins
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Cook Time
7 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
2 people
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Calories
220 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Chinese
Sweet and Sour Prawns
Description
Sweet and Sour Prawns start by gently cooking diced onion, red and yellow bell peppers in sesame oil until softened. King prawns and pineapple chunks are then added along with a homemade sweet and sour sauce, simmering briefly to combine flavors and heat the prawns without overcooking. The result is a glossy sauce coating the ingredients, offering a pleasant contrast between the sweetness of pineapple and the tanginess of the sauce. Texturally, the prawns remain tender while the bell peppers retain some bite.
The dish pairs well with steamed rice, which absorbs the sauce and complements the vibrant flavors. The use of colorful peppers and pineapple adds freshness and bright notes to the plate. This meal can be adapted by substituting or adding other chunky vegetables, like courgette or aubergine, for variations in texture and taste.
When preparing, avoid overcooking the prawns as they become chewy quickly. It is advised not to reheat leftovers. To enhance the presentation and add extra flavor, sprinkle the finished dish with thinly sliced spring onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 onion small; diced
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper diced
- 200 g king prawns (jumbo shrimp)
- 200 g pineapple chunks
- 2 ervings sweet and sour sauce homemade
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon Sesame oil in a pan and add 1 Onion1 Red bell pepper and 1 Yellow bell pepper and gently cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Add 200 g King prawns, 200 g Pineapple chunks and 2 servings Homemade sweet and sour sauceCook for a further 3 minutes.
- Serve with rice.
Notes
- You can substitute or add other chunky vegetables such as courgette and aubergine to customize the dish.
- Cook prawns just until done to prevent them from becoming chewy.
- For a vegetarian or alternative protein version, use extra vegetables, chicken, or tofu instead of prawns.
- Do not reheat this dish as the texture and flavor may be compromised.
- Enhance the final dish with sliced spring onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 220 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1portion | |
| Calories | 220kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 36g | 12% |
| Protein | 16g | 32% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 120mg | 40% |
| Sodium | 660mg | 28% |
| Potassium | 600mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 26g | 52% |
| Vitamin A | 2230IU | 45% |
| Vitamin C | 200mg | 222% |
| Calcium | 96mg | 10% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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