Strawberry Gazpacho with Chinese five-spice powder and prawns

A bold and refreshing twist on the classic gazpacho, this dish brings together the natural sweetness of ripe strawberries, the aromatic warmth of Chinese five-spice powder, and the delicate brininess of succulent prawns. The cold soup base, blended with tomatoes, red bell peppers, and a hint of balsamic vinegar, is light yet deeply flavorful. The five-spice powder—an exotic blend of star anise, cloves, Chinese cinnamon, Sichuan pepper, and fennel—adds an unexpected depth, elevating the dish beyond a simple chilled soup.

Topped with perfectly seared or poached prawns, this gazpacho is a harmony of textures and flavors—sweet, tangy, savory, and slightly spicy all at once. Best enjoyed on a warm summer evening, it serves as an elegant appetizer or a light, gourmet lunch. Serve it chilled with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of fresh herbs for the ultimate sophisticated summer dish.

Strawberry Gazpacho with Chinese five-spice powder and prawns

Difficulty Level: Medium
Calories: 250
Cooking Time: 30 min

Ingredients:

  • Strawberry 150 g + 30 g for tartar
  • 30 g cucumber
  • 30 g bell pepper
  • 2 g garlic
  • 30 g tomato juice
  • 15 g prawns
  • 20 g olive oil
  • 1 g Chinese five-spice powder
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 g white bread without crust

Instructions:

 

  1. Roast prawns in the olive oil with garlic, salt and pepper.
  2. Mix all other ingredients in blender, add salt, pepper and Chinese five-spice powder to taste.
  3. Cut strawberry into cubes for tartar, put onto a plate, add prawns on top and pour gazpacho.
  4. Decorate with leaves of basil or salad corn.

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