Prawn Taco Bowl
Recipe: #31529
February 24, 2019
Categories: Salads, Shrimp, Corn, Lettuce, Grilling (Outdoor), Fresh Tomatoes, more
"From our Sunday newspaper The Sunday Times. Times are estimated."
Original is 4 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (513.9 g)
- Calories 735.7
- Total Fat - 16.8 g
- Saturated Fat - 2.9 g
- Cholesterol - 184.3 mg
- Sodium - 1370.4 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 101.1 g
- Dietary Fiber - 23 g
- Sugars - 9.3 g
- Protein - 51.6 g
- Calcium - 256.2 mg
- Iron - 7.7 mg
- Vitamin C - 25.2 mg
- Thiamin - 1.2 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Cook rice in a saucepan of boiling water for 25 minutes and then drain and transfer to a bowl and add the lime juice. and toss to combine and cool slightly.
Step 2
Meanwhile, preheat barbecue grill or chargrill pan over high heat and cook the corn, turning occasionally, for 12-15 minutes or until tender and lightly charred and set aside to cool slightly and then cut the kernels from the cob.
Step 3
Pour enough oil into a frying pan so it is 1cm deep and place over medium heat and cook the tortilla strips, turning once, for 1-2 minutes or until crisp and transfer to a plate lined with paper towel.
Step 4
Divide the rice among serving bowls and sprinkle with pepitas and top with the beans, lettuce, avocado, capsicum, onion, tomato, corn, prawns and the taco strips.
Step 5
Combine the mayonnaise and chilli sauce, to taste, in a small bowl and drizzle over the salad and serve lime halves.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- When selecting the tortillas, make sure to choose white-corn tortillas for the best flavor.
- For the shrimp, buy pre-cooked and peeled shrimp to save time.
- Replace the prawns with chicken - This substitution will provide a more budget-friendly option for those who don't want to spend as much money on the dish. It will also provide a milder flavor, making it more suitable for those who don't like spicy food.
- Replace the black beans with kidney beans - This substitution will provide a more fiber-rich option, making it a healthier choice. It will also provide a different flavor, adding more variety to the dish.
Vegan Prawn Taco Bowl Substitute the prawns with a vegan alternative such as tofu, tempeh or seitan. Replace the mayonnaise with a vegan mayonnaise or a tahini-based sauce. Omit the pepitas and replace with toasted sunflower seeds.
Spicy Mango Salsa. This delicious salsa is a great accompaniment to the Prawn Taco Bowl. It is made with ripe mangoes, jalapeno peppers, red onion, lime juice, and fresh cilantro. The combination of sweet and spicy flavors adds a nice kick to the taco bowl and helps to balance out the flavors.
Mexican Street Corn: Mexican street corn is a delicious side dish that goes perfectly with the Prawn Taco Bowl. It is made with grilled corn, mayonnaise, cotija cheese, lime juice, and chili powder. The sweetness of the corn combined with the zesty flavors of the mayonnaise and cheese make it the perfect complement to the spicy mango salsa. The chili powder adds a nice kick that makes it a great accompaniment to the Prawn Taco Bowl.
FAQ
Q: How long should I cook the corn for?
A: Cook the corn for 12-15 minutes or until tender and lightly charred.
Q: How do I season the corn?
A: Season the corn with salt, pepper, and butter or oil before grilling for extra flavor. You can also add other herbs and spices to customize the flavor.
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Fun facts:
Fun Fact 1: The term "taco" is believed to have originated from the silver miners in Mexico during the 18th century. They would place gunpowder in a paper wrapper, which resembled a taco.
Fun Fact 2: Prawn tacos have become a popular dish in Mexico and the United States, and have been featured in the menus of famous celebrity chefs such as Bobby Flay and Rick Bayless.