04/30/2024
Thai Chili Lemongrass Grilled Shrimp with Sweet Basil & Lime🥰
Ingredients:
For the Marinade:
• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 lemongrass stalks, white parts only, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 Thai red chilies, finely chopped (adjust according to your spice preference)
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
For Serving:
• Fresh sweet basil leaves
• Lime wedges
Instructions:
1. In a bowl, combine the chopped lemongrass, minced garlic, chopped Thai red chilies, fish sauce, soy sauce, honey or brown sugar, lime juice, and vegetable oil. Mix well to combine.
2. Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the marinade, tossing to coat each shrimp evenly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the shrimp and marinade to a resealable plastic bag. Marinate the shrimp in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours, to allow the flavors to develop.
3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for about 30 minutes to prevent burning.
4. Thread the marinated shrimp onto skewers, dividing them evenly.
5. Once the grill is hot, lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking. Place the shrimp skewers on the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp are opaque and have grill marks.
6. While grilling, baste the shrimp occasionally with any remaining marinade for extra flavor.
7. Once the shrimp are cooked through, remove them from the grill and transfer them to a serving platter.
8. Garnish the grilled shrimp with fresh sweet basil leaves and serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the shrimp.