Grilled King Prawns With Coconut, Lime, Chilli and Galangal Dres

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 6
Grilled King Prawns With Coconut, Lime, Chilli and Galangal Dres
in Seafood

Prep

30 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 small lime
1/4 fresh coconut , flesh removed and finely grated
16 green king prawns , peeled and cleaned , leaving tails intact
16 betel leaves
50 g raw peanuts , roasted , shelled and coarsely chopped
2 red asian shallots , thinly sliced
3 fresh red birds eye chiles , seeded and thinly sliced
1 bunch coriander , leaves picked and washed
1 bunch spearmint , leaves picked and washed
50 g tamarind pulp
1 tablespoon dried shrimp
2 cm piece galangal , peeled and thinly sliced
1 teaspoon shrimp paste
170 g palm sugar , grated
1 tablespoon fish sauce

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
450
Sugar
30g
Fat
10g
Grilled King Prawns With Coconut, Lime, Chilli and Galangal Dressing is a delicious Thai-inspired dish that combines the flavours of grilled prawns with spicy coconut dressing. This dish is perfect for a special occasion, or even as a weeknight dinner. The combination of prawns, betel leaves, roasted peanuts, fresh herbs, and spicy dressing make for a flavourful and satisfying meal. The prawns are grilled to perfection, while the dressing adds a spicy kick that perfectly complements the sweetness of the prawns. This dish is sure to please anyone who loves seafood or Thai cuisine.

Instructions

1.Grate the lime zest and extract the juice. Combine both in a bowl with the grated coconut and a pinch of salt. Mix well and set aside.
2.Heat a grill pan over high heat. Add the prawns and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until they are cooked through.
3.In a bowl, mix together the peanuts, shallots, chillies, coriander and spearmint leaves. Set aside.
4.Soak the tamarind pulp in 1 cup of hot water for 15 minutes. Strain the liquid into a bowl, discarding the pulp. Add the dried shrimp, galangal, shrimp paste and palm sugar to the bowl. Mix well to combine.
5.Heat a wok or frying pan over medium heat. Add the spice mixture and cook for 5-7 minutes or until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture has thickened. Add the fish sauce and lime juice and stir to combine.
6.To serve, place a betel leaf on a plate. Top with a prawn, a spoonful of the coconut mixture and a spoonful of the herb and peanut mixture. Drizzle with the dressing and serve immediately.

PROS

This recipe is a great way to add variety to your meal, and the combination of flavours is delicious.

The use of fresh ingredients means that you can be sure that you are getting all the nutrients you need in every bite.

CONS

The use of betel leaves in this recipe may be unfamiliar or hard to find for some people.

Also, the preparation and cooking time may take a bit longer than some other recipes.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

King prawns are a great source of protein, and also contain vitamins and minerals that are essential for overall health.
Coconut is high in healthy fats and can help with digestion.
Lime and chilli are great sources of vitamin C, which can help boost the immune system.

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