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Heart-Healthy Prawn Udon Stir-Fry
Lapa’s Prawn Udon Noodle Stir Fry 🍤🍜
Description: This delectable stir-fry dish is not only bursting with flavor but also adheres to dietary requirements for a healthy heart, featuring low sodium, low-fat ingredients without any cholesterol. Developed with care and consideration, this main dish utilizes what’s readily available in your kitchen, making it a convenient yet nutritious option.
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Recipe Category: One Dish Meal
- Keywords: Vegetable, Japanese, Asian, Indian, < 60 Mins, Stove Top, Stir Fry
- Servings: 2
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 6 | Udon noodles |
| 6 cups | Water |
| 1 tbsp | Olive oil |
| 1/4 cup | Green beans, sliced |
| 1 | Carrot, thinly sliced |
| 3 | Broccoli florets |
| 1/2 | Zucchini, sliced |
| 2 | Leeks, sliced |
| 1 | Bamboo shoots |
| 1/4 cup | Low-sodium chicken broth |
| – | Rice vinegar (to taste) |
| – | Prawns (as desired) |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 569.8
- Fat Content: 9.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 1.4g
- Cholesterol Content: 142.9mg
- Sodium Content: 2301.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 89.4g
- Fiber Content: 7.4g
- Sugar Content: 7.2g
- Protein Content: 31.7g
Instructions:
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Prepare Noodles:
- Bring water to a boil in a pot.
- Add udon noodles and cook for about 12 minutes until tender.
- Drain the noodles and set them aside for later use.
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Start Stir-Frying:
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Once heated, reduce the heat to medium.
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Add Vegetables:
- Incorporate green beans, thinly sliced carrot, broccoli florets, sliced zucchini, sliced leeks, and bamboo shoots into the skillet.
- Season with rice vinegar according to your taste preferences.
- Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth.
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Cooking Process:
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat.
- Add prawns to the skillet and let them cook through, approximately 15 minutes.
- Introduce the cooked udon noodles into the skillet and allow them to simmer along with the prawns until everything is heated through and flavors meld, approximately 15 minutes.
- If the mixture appears too dry during cooking, add a little water and continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Once everything is cooked to perfection, it’s time to serve!
- Plate the prawn udon noodle stir-fry alongside some hot and sour soup, stir-fried veggies, and spring rolls for a complete and satisfying meal.
Tips:
- Customize the stir-fry by incorporating your favorite vegetables or protein options.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences, adding more or less rice vinegar as desired.
- For added freshness, garnish with chopped green onions or cilantro before serving.
This wholesome and flavorful stir-fry is not only a delightful culinary experience but also a nourishing choice for those seeking heart-healthy options without compromising on taste!
