Bang bang prawn salad
Make Bang bang prawn salad once and it will go straight into your regular rotation. Prep takes about under an hour, cooking around under an hour, and it serves 4. It carries a gentle kick; dial the heat up or down to suit the table. Read through the tips before you start — a couple of small details go a long way with this one.
- Level Medium
Ingredients
- 140 g Rice Noodles
- 3 tbsp Peanut Butter
- 4 tbsp Coconut Milk
- 3 tbsp Sweet chilli sauce
- 3 Sliced thinly Spring Onions
- 1 Sliced Cucumber
- 300 g Bean Sprouts
- 200 g Prawns
Method
- Cook the noodles following pack instructions, then rinse under cold water and drain thoroughly. In a small saucepan melt together the peanut butter, coconut milk, sweet chilli sauce and half the spring onions, adding 1-2 tbsp of water to loosen the mixture to a drizzling consistency.
- Mix the noodles, cucumber and beansprouts in a serving dish. Top with the prawns, drizzle over the peanut sauce and scatter over the remaining spring onions.
Tips for the best Bang bang prawn salad
- Rest the finished dish for a few minutes before serving — it lets the flavours settle and the texture firm up.
- Read the whole method before you start and measure out the 8 ingredients first — it keeps the pace relaxed once the heat is on.
- Let the prawn come up to room temperature for 15 minutes before cooking so it cooks evenly.
- Taste as you go. Seasoning at the end is fine, but adjusting halfway through gives a more balanced result.
Variations
- Mild version: halve the chilli and finish with a spoon of yoghurt or cream to soften the heat.
- Swap the prawn for scallops or chicken — keep the cooking time similar and check for doneness.
- Vegetable boost: stir in a handful of spinach, peas or diced peppers in the last few minutes of cooking.
Serving ideas
Serve over steamed jasmine rice with a scatter of spring onion and sesame.
Storage
Best eaten fresh. Leftovers keep covered in the fridge for 2 days; reheat in a hot pan or oven rather than the microwave to bring the crispness back.
Frequently asked questions
What can I substitute for rice noodles?
Any ingredient with a similar texture and cooking time works; see the variations below for ideas. Keep quantities the same and adjust seasoning at the end.
Can I make Bang bang prawn salad ahead of time?
You can prep all the ingredients a day ahead and keep them covered in the fridge, then cook just before serving for the best texture.
Is this Bang bang prawn salad recipe medium to make?
It is rated medium: 8 ingredients and 2 steps. Follow the order and the tips above and it is very forgiving.
Recipe data via TheMealDB — source
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