THAI-STYLE TOMATO AND SHRIMP SALAD

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Categories     Salad     Shellfish     Tomato     Lime     Basil     Shrimp     Bell Pepper     Hot Pepper     Summer     Lemongrass     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb large shrimp in shell (21 to 25 per lb), peeled
2 limes
3 small fresh lemongrass stalks, 1 or 2 outer leaves discarded *
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
3 scallions, sliced crosswise 1/4 inch thick
2 (3-inch) fresh green chiles such as Thai or serrano, minced (including seeds)
3 to 4 teaspoons Asian fish sauce
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 lb beefsteak tomatoes, cut into 1-inch wedges
3/4 lb cucumbers, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup loosely packed fresh Thai anise basil leaves
1/2 cup loosely packed fresh Thai lemon basil leaves
1/2 cup loosely packed fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Cook shrimp in a 4-quart saucepan of boiling salted water until just cooked through, 1 to 2 minutes, then drain in a colander and cool.
  • Cut peel and white pith from limes with a sharp knife and discard. Cut lime segments free from membranes, then finely chop enough segments to measure 1/4 cup. Mince enough lemongrass from bottom 6 inches of stalks to measure 2 tablespoons total.
  • Stir together chopped lime, minced lemongrass, lime juice, bell pepper, scallions, chiles, fish sauce (to taste), sugar, and salt until sugar is dissolved. Toss shrimp, tomatoes, and cucumbers with dressing and top with herbs.
  • *Available at Asian markets and some supermarkets.

Sophie Sophy
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I love the unique flavors in this salad. It's a great way to change up your usual salad routine.


Bhonolota SM
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Dildar Ali
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Darla Bird
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This salad is so flavorful and easy to make. I love the combination of tomatoes, shrimp, and lime juice.


Dinesh Tamang
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great summer salad because it's light and refreshing.


Zaki Sinaii
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Nki Raphael
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I love the unique flavors in this salad. It's a great way to change up your usual salad routine.


Zahid Hamid
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Dayaram Sahai
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Chermekia Keitt
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This salad is so flavorful and easy to make. I love the combination of tomatoes, shrimp, and lime juice.


Remon Kha
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great summer salad because it's light and refreshing.


Hilal Orakzai
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover shrimp.


NyaNtongs Chakijane
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's made with just a few fresh ingredients, but it's packed with flavor.


Jason Rupert
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Sanaullah Bhai
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavors.


Kgoadi Mphahlele
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This salad was so refreshing and flavorful! The combination of sweet tomatoes, salty shrimp, and tangy lime juice was perfect.