Enjoy the flavors of Thailand with this refreshing banana salsa served with juicy king prawns. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for a light and flavorful meal that will transport you to the tropical shores of Southeast Asia.
Ingredients
- 1 lb king prawns, peeled and deveined
- 2 ripe bananas, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeno, seeded and diced
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking oil
Directions
- In a bowl, combine the diced bananas, red bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeno. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together lime juice, fish sauce, honey, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Heat some cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the king prawns and cook until they turn pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Pour the dressing over the banana salsa and toss to combine.
- Serve the king prawns on a bed of banana salsa and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Bananas are commonly used in Thai cuisine to add a touch of sweetness to savory dishes.
King prawns are a good source of lean protein and omega-3 fatty acids.