21. August 2026

Spicy Citrus Prawn & Courgette Noodle Stir-Fry

Key Components: Succulent king prawns tossed in a zesty chili, lime, and garlic sauce, flash-fried with spiralized courgettes (zoodles), bell peppers, and snap peas.

Nutritional Profile: Exceptionally low in calories and carbohydrates, with a massive protein-to-calorie ratio

Prep time: 15 minutes | Cook time: 8 minutes | Servings: 2

Ingredients

• For the Shrimp:
  • 350g large prawns, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (or to taste)
  • Zest and juice of 1 medium lime (plus orange zest for an extra citrus kick)
• For the Noodles & Veggies:
  • 3 medium courgettes (zucchini), spiralized into noodles
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup snap peas, trimmed
  • 2 spring onions, sliced (greens and whites separated)
• For the Citrus-Soy Sauce:
  • 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari)
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tsp Sriracha or chili garlic paste (optional for extra heat)
• To Garnish:
  • Fresh cilantro (coriander) or mint leaves
  • Roasted sesame seeds
  • Lime wedges

Instructions

1. Whisk the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, Sriracha, and lime juice. Set aside.
2. Marinate the Shrimp: Toss the prawns with half of the minced garlic, half of the ginger, lime zest, and a pinch of salt. Let them sit for 5 minutes while you prep the vegetables.
3. Sear the Shrimp: Heat a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat with a splash of oil. Add the prawns in a single layer and cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove them from the pan and set aside.
4. Stir-Fry the Veggies: In the same pan, add a touch more oil if needed. Toss in the sliced red bell pepper, snap peas, and the white parts of the spring onions. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until tender-crisp.
5. Add Courgette Noodles: Add the spiralized courgette noodles and the remaining garlic and ginger directly into the pan. Toss quickly for just 1 to 2 minutes—courgettes cook very fast and you want to keep them from getting watery!
6. Combine and Coat: Pour the citrus-soy sauce mixture over the noodles and vegetables, tossing everything together for 30 seconds until hot.
7. Finish: Return the cooked prawns to the wok, tossing them through the noodles to warm them back up.
8. Serve: Plate immediately, garnished with toasted sesame seeds, fresh herbs, the remaining spring onion greens, and a side lime wedge.