GRILLED SHRIMP SALAD WITH LEMONGRASS AND CHILES
Categories Salad Pepper Shrimp Summer Grill/Barbecue Lemongrass Gourmet
Yield Serves 4 as a first course
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Prepare grill for cooking.
- Soak shrimp (still in shells) in salt water 5 minutes, then rinse well in a colander.
- Pound all chiles with garlic to a coarse paste with a mortar and pestle and stir in fish sauce and lime juice and sugar to taste. Transfer to a large bowl.
- Snip shells of shrimp with scissors down center of back, from wide end to second-to-last tail section. Butterfly shrimp in their shells, making a deep incision along length of back where shells are cut, and devein.
- Discard tough outer leaves of lemongrass and trim root ends. Thinly slice lower 6 inches of stalks.
- Grill shrimp on their sides on an oiled rack set 5 to 6 inches over glowing coals until shells are pink and slightly charred and shrimp are just cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes on each side. (Alternatively, grill shrimp in a hot well-seasoned ridged grill pan over moderate heat.)
- Toss shrimp (with shells still on) with chile mixture and stir in sliced lemongrass, shallots, scallions, and mint.
- Serve on a bed of lettuce and tomato with cilantro or mint.
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Gift Baby
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover shrimp. It's easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the combination of flavors and textures. It's the perfect salad for a light lunch or dinner.
Amiya Franklin
[email protected]I made this salad for my family and they loved it! The shrimp was cooked perfectly and the salad was very flavorful. I think next time I'll add some grilled pineapple to the salad. I think it would be a great addition.
Gaming With Akil
[email protected]This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. The shrimp is cooked perfectly and the salad is packed with fresh vegetables. The dressing is also very flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.
Julius parker
[email protected]I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the combination of flavors and textures. It's the perfect salad for a summer party.
Justin&Karmelo Bryant
[email protected]This salad is perfect for a light and healthy lunch or dinner. The shrimp is grilled to perfection and the salad is packed with fresh vegetables. The dressing is also very flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.
Golden Johnny
[email protected]I'm a big fan of grilled shrimp, and this salad is one of my favorites. The lemongrass and chiles give it a really nice flavor. I also love the addition of avocado. It makes the salad extra creamy and delicious.
Birendra Samal
[email protected]This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the bright and tangy dressing. It's the perfect way to use up leftover shrimp.
cody murphy
[email protected]I made this salad for a potluck and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination. I especially liked the grilled shrimp. It was so juicy and tender.
Carlos Smith
[email protected]This salad was a bit too spicy for me, but I still enjoyed it. The shrimp was cooked perfectly and the salad was very flavorful. I think next time I'll use less chiles.
Renzhiel Mortega
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out great! The shrimp was cooked perfectly and the dressing was delicious. I served it with a side of rice and it was a perfect meal. I will definitely be making this again.
Abigail Rooney
[email protected]This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. The shrimp is grilled to perfection and the dressing is light and tangy. I love the combination of flavors and textures in this dish. It's perfect for a summer lunch or dinner.
Zeshan Aziz
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of shrimp, but this salad changed my mind. The shrimp was cooked perfectly and the salad was packed with flavor. I loved the bright citrusy dressing and the crunch of the vegetables. I'll definitely be making this again!
Mughal Family
[email protected]This grilled shrimp salad was a hit at my last dinner party! The combination of lemongrass, chiles, and lime gave the shrimp a wonderfully zesty flavor. The salad itself was light and refreshing, and the dressing was the perfect finishing touch. I'll