Lemongrass and Sriracha Grilled Shrimp
Lemongrass and Sriracha Grilled Shrimp is a vibrant dish that captures the essence of Southeast Asian cuisine, making it perfect for summer barbecues or weeknight dinners. These succulent shrimp are marinated in an aromatic blend of lemongrass, garlic, and spicy Sriracha, creating a flavor explosion that will tantalize your taste buds. Quick to prepare and easy to serve, this dish can be enjoyed as a main course or appetizer. Pair it with fresh salads or dipping sauces for added zest. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a quiet dinner at home, these grilled shrimp are sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 23 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately four people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Southeast Asian
Ingredients
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- 1 lb tiger prawns (peeled, deveined)
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 lemongrass stalk (grated)
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Sriracha
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- 1 ½ tablespoons chili garlic sauce
- Juice from 1 small calamansi (or lime wedge)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Clean shrimp under cold water and pat dry. Place in a mixing bowl.
- Combine fish sauce, grated lemongrass, powdered sugar, Sriracha, minced garlic, chili garlic sauce, water, and calamansi juice in the bowl with shrimp.
- Marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Thread three shrimp onto each skewer and brush with oil.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat and grill skewers for about 3-4 minutes on each side until charred and cooked through.
- Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
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