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Cucumber & Prawn Salad

Cultural Context

Originating from Southeast Asia, the Cucumber & Prawn Salad is a refreshing dish often enjoyed in warm climates. This salad showcases the vibrant flavors of fresh ingredients, making it a popular choice during summer gatherings and picnics. Its lightness and crispness have led to global adaptations, with variations appearing in many coastal cuisines.

AsianTHmain
15 min
easy
2 servings
Servings4
English cucumbers
prawns (16/20 count)
lime juice
soy sauce
teriyaki sauce
rice vinegar
garlic
fresh ginger
red bell pepper
sesame oil
red chili flakes
salt
pepper
grapeseed oil

prawns

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu is lower in calories and suitable for vegetarians.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce provides umami and is easier to find.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier while vegetable oil is more affordable.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers a similar acidity and flavor profile.

1

Slice English cucumbers, leaving some skin on for visual effect.

2

Cut cucumbers on an angle and place them in a large bowl.

3

Mince garlic and grate fresh ginger, adding them to the bowl.

4

Slice red bell pepper into thin pieces and add to the bowl.

5

Prepare marinade by combining half of the minced garlic, half of the grated ginger, soy sauce, teriyaki sauce, seasoned rice vinegar, and sesame oil.

6

Add prawns to the marinade and let them sit for 20 minutes.

7

Prepare dressing by combining remaining garlic, ginger, sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and teriyaki sauce.

8

Whisk the dressing and set aside.

9

Grill the marinated prawns on a preheated grill pan, cooking until they change color and texture, about 1-2 minutes per side.

10

Serve grilled prawns over the cucumber and bell pepper salad, drizzled with dressing.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmixingchopping

Equipment Needed

grill panbowlknifecutting boardmicroplane

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-free

Allergens

shellfish

Also Known As

Prawn SaladShrimp Salad

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