SOUTHEAST ASIAN SHRIMP AND GRAPEFRUIT SALAD

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Southeast Asian Shrimp And Grapefruit Salad image

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     dinner, quick, salads and dressings, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 to 1 1/2 pounds shrimp
Salt
3 tablespoons nam pla (fish sauce) or soy sauce
1 tablespoon sugar
Juice of 2 limes
6 cups lettuce or mesclun, washed and dried
2 grapefruit, peeled and sectioned, tough white pith removed, each section cut in half
1/4 cup chopped mint
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Minced chilies or dried red pepper flakes, optional
1/2 cup chopped dry-roasted peanuts, optional

Steps:

  • Put shrimp in a saucepan with salted water to cover; bring to a boil, then turn off heat and let sit for 5 minutes, or until shrimp are opaque in center. (Alternatively, grill or saute, sprinkling shrimp with salt as they cook.) Cool in refrigerator or under cold running water, then peel (and devein if you like). Cut shrimp in half if they're large.
  • Combine nam pla or soy sauce with 2 tablespoons water, sugar and lime juice, and blend or whisk until smooth.
  • Arrange the lettuce on 4 plates; top each portion with a few grapefruit pieces, some shrimp, and the mint and cilantro; drizzle with the dressing, then sprinkle with a little of the minced chilies and chopped peanuts if you like, or pass them at the table.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 182, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 21 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 23 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 1468 milligrams, Sugar 13 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Afshan Noor
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This salad is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it for a special occasion.


Elias Mahlalela
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I'm not a big fan of seafood, but I loved this salad! The shrimp was cooked perfectly and the dressing was delicious.


nazmul Ahmedanik
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Amelia Cox
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I've never had a shrimp salad before, but this one is amazing! The combination of flavors is perfect.


Issbelle Miner
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


TJ Singo
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I love the bright, citrusy flavors in this salad. It's a great way to liven up a summer meal.


Jubayer Hossain
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's the perfect dish to serve on a hot summer day.


Mirjan Cenaj
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I've made this salad with both cooked and raw shrimp. I prefer the cooked shrimp because it's more tender.


Oluchi Chibuzor
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover shrimp. I always have shrimp in my freezer, so this is a go-to recipe for me.


Onanto Islam
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I'm not a big fan of grapefruit, but I loved this salad! The dressing really mellows out the grapefruit flavor.


Surya Begha
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's so versatile. I've served it as a main course, a side dish, and even an appetizer.


Md Rahim ahmed
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I added some avocado to this salad and it was delicious! It gave it a creamy, rich texture.


Jamie Weeks
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I love the combination of sweet and sour in this salad. The grapefruit and lime juice really brighten up the dish.


Bilal arman
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This salad is the perfect summer dish. It's light, refreshing, and packed with flavor.


Angie Holmes
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so light and easy to make, and the flavors are amazing.


Gaming With RASHED
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This salad was a hit at my last dinner party! The combination of shrimp, grapefruit, and herbs was so refreshing and flavorful.