Spicy Thai Prawn Salad

By Praveen Kumar

Ingredients:

  • Prawns – 20, large, cooked, peeled and cut in half
  • Salad Onion – 1, sliced
  • Spring Onions – 2, sliced
  • Lemongrass – 1 tblsp, very finely chopped
  • Ginger – 2 tsp, shredded
  • Red Chillies – 2, deseeded and shredded
  • Mint Leaves – 1/2 cup
  • Coriander Leaves – 1/4 cup
  • Lime and Peanut Dressing
  • Iceberg Lettuce – 3 leaves, finely shredded
  • Tomato – 1, large, cut into wedges
  • Cucumber – 1/2, small, deseeded and sliced

Method:

  1. Place the prawns in a dish with 2 tblsp of the dressing and marinate for 30 minutes.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix the onions, lemon grass, ginger, chillies, mint, coriander and lettuce.
  3. Cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
  4. To serve, transfer the salad onto plates or bowls.
  5. Add tomato wedges and sliced cucumber.
  6. Place the marinated prawns on top.
  7. Garnish with extra dressing on top.
  8. Serve.

Praveen Kumar

Praveen Kumar is the Chief Food Officer at Awesome Cuisine, a platform created in 2008 to showcase India's vibrant culinary heritage. Praveen is a passionate foodie and love to cook. Having spent a few years in the retail fast food world, Praveen has been exploring the world of food since his school days. Join him on a flavorful journey.

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