Fragrant Thai prawns

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
5%
Fragrant Thai prawns
90 min.
4
265kcal

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Are you ready to take your taste buds on an exciting journey to the vibrant streets of Thailand? Our Fragrant Thai Prawns are a delightful appetizer that will leave your guests craving more! This gluten-free and dairy-free dish showcases the beautiful marriage of fresh ingredients and aromatic herbs, creating a flavor explosion with every bite.

Imagine succulent king prawns marinated in a lively blend of shallots, garlic, and the zing of fresh ginger complemented by the unique notes of lemongrass. The addition of fiery red chili and zesty lime gives these prawns a refreshing kick that perfectly balances their sweetness. Paired with fragrant herbs like mint and coriander, this dish not only impresses with its taste but also brings vibrant colors to your table.

The preparation is straightforward yet rewarding, allowing you to unlock the true essence of Thai cuisine right from your backyard. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply looking for a delicious snack, these prawns are sure to wow everyone. Ready in just 90 minutes, you can serve them as an antipasti, starter, or a light snack that hints at the exotic without overwhelming your palate.

Join us in savoring this fantastic dish that captures the essence of Thai cooking while staying health-conscious. It's a perfect way to indulge without guilt, as these prawns offer a low-calorie option at just 265 kcal per serving. Get ready to delight in the Fragrant Thai Prawns!

Ingredients

  • 20  shrimp raw
  • small shallots finely chopped
  •  garlic clove finely chopped
  •  to 5 chilies fresh red halved seeded finely chopped
  • 2.5  ginger fresh peeled finely chopped
  •  lemon grass finely chopped
  • handful mint leaves fresh good finely chopped
  • handful cilantro leaves fresh good finely chopped
  • 100 ml olive oil 
  •  juice of lime grated

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Tip all the chopped ingredients into a bowl, add the olive oil along with the lime zest and juice and mix well. Set aside for 30 minutes to allow the flavours to mingle.
  2. To make fragrant Thai prawns, remove heads and peel shells from 20 raw king prawns but leave tail sections on. Toss in the marinade and cook on a really hot barbecue for 45 seconds on each side until they turn from grey-blue to pink.

Nutrition Facts

Calories265kcal
Protein15.89%
Fat76.83%
Carbs7.28%

Properties

Glycemic Index
38
Glycemic Load
1.01
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
6.5408695832543%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.47mg
Hesperetin
0.77mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Apigenin
0.07mg
Luteolin
0.15mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.62mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:265.28kcal
13.26%
Fat:23.21g
35.71%
Saturated Fat:3.22g
20.14%
Carbohydrates:4.95g
1.65%
Net Carbohydrates:4.29g
1.56%
Sugar:1.33g
1.48%
Cholesterol:80.5mg
26.83%
Sodium:63.79mg
2.77%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:10.8g
21.6%
Vitamin C:20.69mg
25.08%
Vitamin E:3.42mg
22.81%
Vitamin K:18.57µg
17.68%
Phosphorus:125.19mg
12.52%
Copper:0.25mg
12.26%
Manganese:0.2mg
9.93%
Potassium:248.23mg
7.09%
Magnesium:26.44mg
6.61%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.47%
Zinc:0.82mg
5.49%
Calcium:47.21mg
4.72%
Iron:0.83mg
4.63%
Vitamin A:221.4IU
4.43%
Fiber:0.66g
2.63%
Folate:8.73µg
2.18%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.54%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.34%
Vitamin B3:0.26mg
1.29%