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Keto Sambal Prawns (Soy-Free)

Spicy and flavorful sambal prawns, made keto-friendly and soy-free. Perfect served with cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles.

35m4 servings

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Keto Sambal Prawns (Soy-Free) recipe by Safe Plated
Contains shellfishSOY-free
350 cal|30g protein|8g carbs|20g fat|1g fiber

Ingredients

  • about 450 g Prawns (Large)
  • 4-5 Red Chilies
  • 3 Shallots
  • 4 cloves Garlic
  • about 2.5 cm Ginger
  • 1 stalk Lemongrass
  • 2 tbsp Lime Juice
  • 2 tbsp Coconut Aminos
  • 2 tbsp Avocado Oil
  • to taste Salt

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

  1. 1Prepare the sambal paste: In a food processor, combine the 4-5 red chilies, 3 shallots, 4 cloves garlic, and about 2.5 cm ginger. Blend until you have a smooth paste.
  2. 2Heat the 2 tbsp avocado oil in a large wok or pan over medium heat, which is about 175°C. Add the prepared sambal paste and 1 stalk lemongrass (bruised or finely chopped). Sauté for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the paste is fragrant and slightly darkened.
  3. 3Add the about 450 g large prawns to the pan. Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the prawns turn pink and opaque. Ensure they reach an internal temperature of 63°C.
  4. 4Stir in the 2 tbsp lime juice and 2 tbsp coconut aminos. Cook for another minute, allowing the flavors to meld.
  5. 5Season the prawns with salt to taste. Serve immediately.

Substitutions

Soy Sauce → Coconut Aminos

Avoids soy

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