Chilli Garlic Prawns with Vegetable Noodles

This recipe for Fried Chilli Garlic Prawns with Vegetable Noodles is packed with protein, fibre, vitamins, and minerals, this recipe provides a balanced and satisfying meal.

Ingredients:

• Noodles (whole grain for low GI benefits)

• Onion

• Garlic

• Basil

• Black pepper

• Salt

• Soy sauce

• Bone broth or vegetable broth

• 1/2 tsp coriander

• 1/2 tsp chilli powder

• 1/2 tsp nutmeg

• 1/2 tsp cinnamon

• Water

• Frozen vegetable mix (for convenience)

• Frozen peeled prawns (for convenience)

• Fresh ginger (optional)

• Olive oil

• Fried egg (for serving)

• Fresh spring onions (for serving)

Instructions

1. Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the whole grain noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

2. In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, minced garlic, chopped basil, black pepper, salt, coriander, chili powder, nutmeg, cinnamon, and bone broth. Set the sauce aside.

3. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add diced onion, minced garlic, and fresh ginger (if using). Sauté until fragrant and lightly browned.

4. Cook the Prawns In a separate pan with garlic and chilli powder, heat a little oil and cook the frozen peeled prawns until crispy. Remove from heat and set aside

5. Back to the skillet with sautéed ingredients, add the frozen vegetable mix and stir-fry until heated through.

6. Pour the prepared sauce over the vegetables and stir well to coat evenly. Add the cooked noodles to the skillet and toss everything together until the noodles are thoroughly coated in the sauce.

7. Divide the Fried Chilli Garlic Vegetable Noodles into individual serving bowls. Top each bowl with the cooked prawns, a fried egg, and fresh spring onions.

Nutritional Benefits

🦐 Prawns

Prawns are an excellent source of lean protein. They also provide omega-3 fatty acids, which promote heart health and reduce inflammation. Prawns contain essential vitamins (B12) and minerals like selenium and zinc.

🥕🥬 Vegetables

Frozen vegetable mix offers a variety of nutrients, including vitamins (A, C, K), minerals (iron, potassium), and dietary fiber.

🍜 Whole Grain Noodles

Opting for whole grain noodles adds dietary fiber, being low glycemic index (GI), they help maintain stable blood sugar levels.

🧄 Garlic

Garlic not only adds flavor but also possesses medicinal properties. It contains sulfur compounds that support heart health, improve cholesterol levels, and supports the immune system.

🫚 Ginger

Ginger exhibits anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, aids digestion.