Ingredients for Tom Yum Shrimp
- 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- Lemongrass
- Garlic Cloves
- Ginger
- Chili Sauce
- 1/4 cup cilantro (roughly chopped)
- Lime
- 2 green onions (chopped)
- 1 tbsp shrimp paste
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- 2 tbsp oil (plus 1 tbsp for sauteing, if needed)
- 1 tbsp palm sugar
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How to Make Tom Yum Shrimp
- Combine 2 stalks lemongrass (finely chopped), 4 cloves garlic (minced), 1 inch galangal (finely chopped), 2-3 Thai chilies (finely chopped), 1/4 cup cilantro (roughly chopped), 2 limes (juiced and zested), 2 green onions (chopped), 1 tbsp shrimp paste, 2 tbsp fish sauce, 2 tbsp oil, and 1 tbsp palm sugar in a food processor. Process until a smooth paste forms.
- Add 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined) to the paste and marinate for at least 10 minutes.
- Thread shrimp onto skewers.
- Grill shrimp over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink and cooked through. Alternatively, sauté shrimp in 1 tbsp oil over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes per side.
- Garnish with extra cilantro and lime wedges before serving. Serve immediately with rice or noodles.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
57 g
Sugar
29g
Fat
5g
Carbs
4g
