Prawn Chaat

Prawn Chaat is a vibrant Indian seafood dish bursting with flavors from fresh herbs and spices, perfect for a light and nutritious meal. This unique chaat combines succulent prawns with tangy chutneys and crunchy vegetables for a delightful culinary experience.

Ingredients

• Prawns (peeled and deveined) - 200 grams
• Red onion (finely chopped) - 1 small
• Tomato (finely chopped) - 1 medium
• Cucumber (diced) - 1 small
• Fresh coriander leaves (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Chaat masala - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Green chili (finely chopped) - 1 small (optional)
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Pomegranate seeds - 2 tablespoons (for garnish)
• Sev (crispy chickpea noodles) - for garnish

Steps

1. In a pan, heat a teaspoon of oil over medium heat and add the prawns. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until they are pink and cooked through. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped red onion, tomato, cucumber, and coriander leaves.
3. Add the cooked prawns to the bowl and mix well.
4. Drizzle the lemon juice over the mixture, and sprinkle chaat masala, cumin powder, green chili (if using), salt, and black pepper. Toss gently to combine all ingredients.
5. Let the mixture sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
6. Serve the prawn chaat in bowls, garnished with pomegranate seeds and sev on top.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 180 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

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

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