Ginger Shrimp with Sweet-Spicy Thai Dipping Sauce

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
3%
Ginger Shrimp with Sweet-Spicy Thai Dipping Sauce
45 min.
10
113kcal

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Are you ready to tantalize your taste buds with a dish that's not only bursting with flavor but also gluten-free and dairy-free? Introducing our Ginger Shrimp with Sweet-Spicy Thai Dipping Sauce, a culinary delight that’s perfect for any occasion! This dish brings the vibrant flavors of Thai cuisine to your table, making it an irresistible choice for lunch, dinner, or any festive gathering.

The star of this recipe is the succulent shrimp, simply cooked to perfection in just 2 minutes, retaining their juicy texture and natural sweetness. The truly standout feature is the refreshing ginger mixture that elevates the shrimp with its aromatic flair, while the sweet and spicy dipping sauce complements them beautifully, leaving you wanting more.

This dish not only delights with its fantastic flavors but also provides a light, healthy option at just 113 calories per serving. Whether you serve it as a main course or a fancy appetizer, it's sure to impress your guests with both its taste and presentation. Pair it with crisp celery sticks and refreshing cucumber spears for that extra crunch. Plus, with some simple make-ahead steps, you can easily prepare it to enjoy at your next gathering!

So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to dive into the wonderful world of Thai flavors with our Ginger Shrimp, where spice meets sweetness in an unforgettable culinary experience!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 teaspoons asian fish sauce 
  • sticks celery and cucumber spears for serving
  • 2.5 ounces ginger with the side of a knife blade crushed thinly sliced
  • cups ice cubes 
  • tablespoons catsup 
  • tablespoons juice of lime fresh
  •  chiles dried red
  • 0.5 cup rice vinegar 
  • pounds shrimp shelled deveined
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • 0.5 cup thai chili sauce sweet

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • pot

Directions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine the ginger with the vinegar, sugar and chiles. Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar.
  2. Transfer to a large bowl; let cool.
  3. In a large pot of boiling salted water, simmer the shrimp until pink and cooked through, about 2 minutes.
  4. Drain the shrimp and add them to the ginger mixture. Stir in the ice cubes and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  5. Drain the shrimp and pat dry. Discard the ginger and chiles.
  6. In a small bowl, mix the Thai chili sauce with the lime juice, ketchup and fish sauce. Refrigerate until chilled. Arrange the shrimp on a platter with the celery sticks and cucumber spears and serve with the sauce.
  7. Make Ahead: The marinating shrimp and the dipping sauce can be refrigerated separately overnight.

Nutrition Facts

Calories113kcal
Protein65.54%
Fat4.56%
Carbs29.9%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.71
Glycemic Load
3.68
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
5.4373912957052%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.1mg
Hesperetin
0.4mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Apigenin
0.22mg
Luteolin
0.33mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.09mg
Quercetin
1.17mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:113.33kcal
5.67%
Fat:0.58g
0.89%
Saturated Fat:0.11g
0.7%
Carbohydrates:8.52g
2.84%
Net Carbohydrates:8.08g
2.94%
Sugar:6.42g
7.14%
Cholesterol:146.06mg
48.69%
Sodium:215.86mg
9.39%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:18.67g
37.34%
Vitamin C:20.24mg
24.53%
Phosphorus:203.42mg
20.34%
Copper:0.41mg
20.32%
Magnesium:40.78mg
10.19%
Potassium:327.06mg
9.34%
Zinc:1.29mg
8.61%
Calcium:67.4mg
6.74%
Manganese:0.08mg
4.18%
Vitamin A:203.6IU
4.07%
Iron:0.66mg
3.66%
Vitamin K:2.69µg
2.56%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.38%
Fiber:0.43g
1.73%
Folate:5.28µg
1.32%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.3%
Vitamin B3:0.23mg
1.17%
Source:My Recipes