Healthy Recipes using Steamed Prawn Cheek
Citrus Steamed Prawn Cheek Salad
A refreshing salad featuring steamed prawn cheeks, mixed greens, and a zesty citrus dressing, perfect for a light lunch.
- 200g steamed prawn cheeks
- 100g mixed salad greens
- 1 orange, segmented
- 1 grapefruit, segmented
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- In a large bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, orange, and grapefruit segments.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Toss the salad with the dressing and top with steamed prawn cheeks before serving.
Spicy Prawn Cheek Stir-Fry
A quick and spicy stir-fry with steamed prawn cheeks, bell peppers, and snap peas, served over brown rice.
- 200g steamed prawn cheeks
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 100g snap peas
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 cup cooked brown rice
- Heat sesame oil in a pan over medium heat and add sliced bell pepper and snap peas.
- Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Add steamed prawn cheeks, soy sauce, and sriracha, stir until heated through, and serve over brown rice.
Prawn Cheek Quinoa Bowl
A nutritious quinoa bowl topped with steamed prawn cheeks, avocado, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.
- 200g steamed prawn cheeks
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- In a bowl, layer cooked quinoa, sliced avocado, and steamed prawn cheeks.
- Drizzle with soy sauce and lime juice.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Herbed Prawn Cheek and Asparagus Skewers
Grilled skewers of steamed prawn cheeks and asparagus, infused with fresh herbs for a delightful appetizer.
- 200g steamed prawn cheeks
- 200g asparagus, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, dill, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Thread prawn cheeks and asparagus onto skewers, brush with the herb mixture, and grill for 5-7 minutes until heated through.
Prawn Cheek Coconut Curry
A creamy coconut curry featuring steamed prawn cheeks, bell peppers, and spinach, served with cauliflower rice.
- 200g steamed prawn cheeks
- 1 can coconut milk
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 100g spinach
- 2 tablespoons red curry paste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cups cauliflower rice
- Heat olive oil in a pan, add red curry paste and bell pepper, and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in coconut milk and bring to a simmer, then add spinach and steamed prawn cheeks.
- Serve the curry over cauliflower rice.
Prawn Cheek Tacos with Mango Salsa
Delicious tacos filled with steamed prawn cheeks and topped with a vibrant mango salsa for a tropical twist.
- 200g steamed prawn cheeks
- 4 small corn tortillas
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- 1/2 red onion, diced
- 1 jalapeño, minced
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- In a bowl, combine mango, red onion, jalapeño, lime juice, and cilantro to make the salsa.
- Warm the corn tortillas in a pan or microwave.
- Fill each tortilla with steamed prawn cheeks and top with mango salsa before serving.
Prawn Cheek and Avocado Toast
A healthy breakfast option featuring smashed avocado on whole-grain toast topped with steamed prawn cheeks.
- 200g steamed prawn cheeks
- 2 slices whole-grain bread, toasted
- 1 ripe avocado, mashed
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes for garnish
- In a bowl, mix mashed avocado with lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the avocado mixture on toasted bread.
- Top with steamed prawn cheeks and sprinkle with red pepper flakes.
Mediterranean Prawn Cheek Pasta
A light pasta dish with steamed prawn cheeks, cherry tomatoes, olives, and a drizzle of olive oil.
- 200g steamed prawn cheeks
- 200g whole wheat pasta
- 100g cherry tomatoes, halved
- 50g black olives, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cook whole wheat pasta according to package instructions and drain.
- In a large bowl, combine pasta, cherry tomatoes, olives, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Gently fold in steamed prawn cheeks and garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Prawn Cheek and Cucumber Sushi Rolls
Healthy sushi rolls filled with steamed prawn cheeks and fresh cucumber, perfect for a light snack or meal.
- 200g steamed prawn cheeks
- 1 cucumber, julienned
- 2 cups sushi rice, cooked
- 4 sheets nori
- Soy sauce for dipping
- Wasabi for serving
- Lay a sheet of nori on a bamboo sushi mat and spread a thin layer of sushi rice over it.
- Place steamed prawn cheeks and cucumber in the center and roll tightly.
- Slice into pieces and serve with soy sauce and wasabi.
Prawn Cheek and Spinach Frittata
A protein-packed frittata featuring steamed prawn cheeks and spinach, perfect for breakfast or brunch.
- 200g steamed prawn cheeks
- 6 eggs
- 100g spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- In an oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil and sauté spinach until wilted.
- In a bowl, whisk eggs, add steamed prawn cheeks, feta, salt, and pepper, then pour into the skillet and bake for 20-25 minutes until set.