Steamed Prawns with Egg

Steamed Prawns with Egg is a light and nutritious Chinese seafood dish that combines tender prawns with a silky egg mixture, creating a delightful texture and flavor. This dish is not only delicious but also packed with protein and essential nutrients, making it a perfect choice for a healthy meal.

Ingredients

• Prawns - 300 grams, deveined and shelled
• Eggs - 2 large
• Spring onions - 2, finely chopped
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• White pepper - a pinch
• Water - 200 ml

Steps

1. In a bowl, whisk the eggs until well beaten and add soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and white pepper; mix well.
2. Add the finely chopped spring onions and grated ginger to the egg mixture and stir to combine.
3. Prepare a steamer by bringing water to a simmer in a pot.
4. Place the deveined prawns in a shallow dish and pour the egg mixture evenly over them.
5. Once the water is simmering, place the dish with prawns and egg mixture into the steamer basket.
6. Cover and steam for about 15-18 minutes, or until the prawns are cooked through and the egg is set.
7. Remove from the steamer and let it cool for a minute before serving.
8. Garnish with additional spring onions if desired and enjoy your healthy dish!

Nutrition

• Calories: 230
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 2 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 220 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health.

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