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KING PRAWN SALAD WITH PINE NUT DRESSING

Dive into the delectable world of the Korean King Prawn Salad with Pine Nut Dressing. A symphony of flavors and textures, this dish promises a culinary experience like no other. Loved it as much as we did? Share this delightful recipe and don't forget to subscribe to our blog for more mouthwatering delights!
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Course: Main dishes
Cuisine: Korea
Keyword: KING PRAWN
CookingStyle: Blending
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 3 people
Calories: 8kcal
Author: Nazia Cooks
Cost: $15
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Equipment

1 small bowl

Ingredients

For the dressing

  • 1/4 cup ground pine nuts
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Dash of white pepper

For the prawn salad

  • 1 lemon wedge
  • 6 jumbo shrimp or king prawns, cleaned and deveined, but with shell left on
  • 1 kirby cucumber or pickling cucumber, julienned
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 2 teaspoons mirin
  • 3 1/2 ounces bamboo shoots, soaked and sliced
  • 1/4 Korean pear, julienned

Instructions

TO MAKE THE DRESSING

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the pine nuts, lemon juice, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Set aside.

TO MAKE THE PRAWN SALAD

  • Squeeze the lemon over the prawns and then put them in a steamer basket over boiling water, cover, and steam for 6 to 8 minutes. Let cool.
  • While the prawns are steaming, sprinkle the cucumber with sea salt and let stand for 5 minutes. Then squeeze gently between your hands to remove excess liquid.
  • Shell and halve the prawns lengthwise.
  • In a medium bowl, mix the mirin, cucumber, sea salt, bamboo shoots, and pear with half of the dressing.
  • Mound the vegetable mixture on a serving platter, top with the prawns, and drizzle the remaining dressing over the top.

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Notes

  • Prawn Preparation: Always ensure that your prawns are thoroughly cleaned and deveined before using them in the salad. While using frozen prawns, it's essential to let them thaw completely for a uniform texture.
  • Pine Nut Dressing: Pine nuts have a natural richness that can make the dressing dense. If you prefer a lighter consistency, consider blending in a splash of water or lemon juice. Remember, pine nuts can burn quickly when toasted, so keep a close eye on them to retain their golden color and nutty aroma.
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Nutrition

Calories: 8kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.03g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 1188mg | Potassium: 14mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 0.05mg
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