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Pomelo Salad with Chilli, Lime, Peanuts, and Coconut

This vibrant pomelo salad with chilli, lime, peanuts, and coconut is a masterclass in balancing salty, sweet, sour, and spicy flavours. A classic Thai-inspired dish, it features the citrusy brightness of pomelo paired with the satisfying crunch of toasted coconut and fried shallots. The addition of dried prawns provides a deep, savoury umami base that makes this dairy-free salad exceptionally moreish and refreshing.

Ideal for a light lunch or a sophisticated starter, this recipe is naturally healthy and packed with zingy aromatics. If you cannot find pomelo at your local greengrocer, ruby red grapefruit makes an excellent substitute, offering a similar bittersweet profile. Serve it immediately after assembly to ensure the crispy garnishes maintain their texture against the juicy citrus segments.

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Ingredients for Pomelo Salad with Chilli, Lime, Peanuts, and Coconut

  • 2 tablespoons palm sugar or light brown sugar

  • 2 red or green Thai chillies, finely chopped

  • 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped

  • 60ml fresh lime juice

  • 3 tablespoons fish sauce

  • Kosher salt

  • 120ml unsweetened shredded coconut

  • 120ml vegetable oil

  • 2 shallots, thinly sliced, divided

  • 40g peanuts, preferably skin-on

  • 2 pomelos or 3 ruby red grapefruit

  • 3/4 cup torn coriander leaves with tender stems

  • 2 tablespoons dried prawns

How to make Pomelo Salad with Chilli, Lime, Peanuts, and Coconut

Whisk palm sugar and 1 tablespoon water in a medium bowl to dissolve sugar. Whisk in chillies, garlic, lime juice, and fish sauce; season with salt. Balance with more sugar, lime juice, or fish sauce if needed.

Toast coconut in a dry small saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl.

Heat oil in same saucepan. Add half of shallots and fry, swirling, until golden brown and crisp, about 3 minutes. Transfer to paper towels with a slotted spoon to drain; season with salt.

Cook peanuts in shallot oil until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain; season with salt.

Remove peel and white pith from pomelos. Tear membrane off and pull segments into large pieces, transferring to a large bowl as you go. Add coriander, remaining shallots, and half of dressing and toss to coat. Add coconut, peanuts, and dried prawns; toss again. Divide among plates, drizzle with remaining dressing, and top with fried shallots.

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While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

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  • 16 janvier 2026 | Publié à l'origine

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