Tôm Nướng Chanh

Tôm Nướng Chanh is a delightful Vietnamese BBQ dish featuring juicy shrimp marinated in a zesty lime-garlic sauce, grilled to perfection. This low-carb meal bursts with flavors and is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a weekend gathering.

Ingredients

• Shrimp - 400 grams, peeled and deveined
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• Lime juice - 60 ml (about 2 limes)
• Fish sauce - 30 ml
• Olive oil - 30 ml
• Fresh cilantro - 15 grams, chopped
• Chili flakes - 1 teaspoon, or to taste
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Lime wedges - for serving

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine minced garlic, lime juice, fish sauce, olive oil, chopped cilantro, chili flakes, black pepper, and salt to create the marinade.
2. Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover the bowl and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
3. Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
4. Thread the marinated shrimp onto skewers, leaving a little space between each shrimp for even cooking.
5. Grill the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until they are opaque and cooked through.
6. Remove from the grill and serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 3 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 220 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, beneficial for heart health.

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