Thai Garlic Shrimp With Lemon-Coriander Sauce

May 21, 2023May 21, 20230 1
Thai Garlic Shrimp With Lemon-Coriander Sauce
in Seafood

Prep

10 min

Cook

8 min

Ready In

18 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 red bell pepper , finely chopped
1/2 red onion , finely chopped
1 teaspoon garlic , chopped
4 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon sugar
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons unsalted peanuts , finely chopped
handful fresh cilantro , chopped
16 large shrimp , shelled
1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon garlic , chopped
5 tablespoons vegetable oil
lettuce leaf
1/2 red bell pepper , cut in strips
fresh cilantro leaves
1 tomatoes , cut in slices
1/2 cucumber , cut in slices

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
205
Sugar
6g
Fat
12g
Thai cuisine is renowned for its bold flavors and use of fresh herbs and spices. This Thai Garlic Shrimp dish is no exception. The succulent shrimp are marinated in a flavorful mixture of soy sauce, garlic, and lemon juice before being stir-fried to perfection. The dish is then served with a zesty lemon-coriander sauce on a bed of lettuce, garnished with fresh vegetables. This dish is perfect for a quick, healthy weeknight meal or as part of a larger Thai feast.

Instructions

1.In a bowl, mix together the red bell pepper, red onion, garlic, soy sauce, vegetable oil, sugar, lemon juice, peanuts, and cilantro.
2.Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss to coat.
3.In a separate bowl, mix together the sugar, soy sauce, black pepper, garlic, and vegetable oil.
4.Heat a wok or large skillet over high heat and add the shrimp mixture.
5.Cook the shrimp until they turn pink and are cooked through, approximately 2-3 minutes per side.
6.Remove from heat and serve the shrimp on a bed of lettuce with the red bell pepper strips, cilantro leaves, tomatoes, and cucumber slices on top.

PROS

This Thai Garlic Shrimp dish is packed with flavor and is easy to make in under 20 minutes.

The shrimp are high in protein and low in fat when cooked without heavy sauces.

CONS

The dish may be high in sodium due to the soy sauce and salt content.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Shrimp is a low-fat, low-calorie source of protein and also contains several essential vitamins and minerals, including selenium, vitamin B12, and phosphorus. The garlic in this dish has also been shown to have anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties.

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