Thai Spicy Shrimp Salad Yaam Goong
Bursting with bold flavors and vibrant colors, Thai Spicy Shrimp Salad (Yaam Goong) is a refreshing dish that perfectly balances tangy, spicy, sweet, and salty elements. Featuring plump, juicy shrimp poached to tender perfection and tossed with crisp vegetables like cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and shallots, this salad is a symphony of textures and tastes. The zesty lime juice and fiery Thai bird’s eye chilies in the dressing bring authentic Thai heat, while fresh herbs like cilantro and mint add a fragrant touch. Topped with crushed roasted peanuts for added crunch, this quick, 20-minute recipe is ideal as a light meal or appetizer. Serve it over fresh lettuce for a beautiful presentation, and enjoy the true essence of Thai cuisine in every bite!
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Ingredients
- 300 grams Large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 3 tablespoons Lime juice
- 3 tablespoons Fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon Palm sugar (or brown sugar)
- 3 Thai bird's eye chilies (finely chopped)
- 2 Shallots (thinly sliced)
- 8 Cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 Cucumber (sliced into thin half-moons)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro leaves
- 2 tablespoons Fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons Roasted peanuts (crushed)
- 4 Lettuce leaves (for serving, optional)
Directions
Step 1
Fill a medium pot with water and bring it to a gentle boil. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water.
Step 2
Poach the shrimp for 2-3 minutes, or until they turn pink and opaque. Drain the shrimp and allow them to cool slightly.
Step 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, fish sauce, palm sugar, and chopped chilies to create the dressing. Adjust to taste if necessary (more lime for tanginess, more sugar for sweetness, or more chilies for heat).
Step 4
Place the cooked shrimp in a large mixing bowl. Add the sliced shallots, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, cilantro leaves, and mint leaves.
Step 5
Pour the dressing over the shrimp and vegetables. Toss gently to coat everything evenly.
Step 6
Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual plates. Sprinkle crushed roasted peanuts on top for added texture and flavor.
Step 7
Optionally, serve the salad over a bed of fresh lettuce leaves for presentation.
Step 8
Serve immediately and enjoy this vibrant, spicy, and refreshing Thai dish!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1511.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 667.6 |
| Total Fat 10.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 1.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 585.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6811.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 69.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 41.4g | |
| Protein 88.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 320.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3557.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories