Lemongrass and Sriracha Grilled Shrimp
Lemongrass and Sriracha Grilled Shrimp is a vibrant and flavorful dish that marries the citrusy notes of lemongrass with the spicy kick of Sriracha. Perfect for any gathering or a cozy dinner at home, this quick and easy recipe features succulent shrimp marinated to perfection, delivering an irresistible taste that will leave your guests craving more. Whether served on skewers as an appetizer or over rice as a main course, this dish is sure to impress. Get ready to enjoy a unique blend of flavors that elevates grilled shrimp to new heights!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (500g) tiger prawn or jumbo prawn (peeled, deveined)
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 lemongrass stalk (grated)
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Sriracha
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 1/2 tablespoons chili garlic sauce
- Juice of 1 small calamansi or lime wedge
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Clean the shrimp under cold water and pat dry.
- In a bowl, combine fish sauce, grated lemongrass, powdered sugar, Sriracha, minced garlic, chili garlic sauce, water, chopped cilantro, and lime juice. Mix well.
- Add shrimp to the marinade and let it sit for 15 minutes.
- Thread three shrimp onto skewers and brush lightly with oil.
- Grill shrimp over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes on each side until cooked through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 grilled shrimp (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 150mg