Tôm Nướng Sa Tế

Tôm Nướng Sa Tế is a vibrant Vietnamese BBQ dish featuring succulent grilled shrimp marinated in a spicy, aromatic satay sauce. This high-protein delight is perfect for a flavorful and healthy meal.

Ingredients

• Shrimp (large, peeled and deveined) - 400 grams
• Garlic (minced) - 3 cloves
• Shallots (minced) - 2 medium
• Lemongrass (finely chopped) - 1 stalk
• Thai red chili (finely chopped) - 1
• Fish sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sugar - 1 tablespoon
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Sa tế chili paste - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh cilantro (for garnish) - a handful
• Lime wedges (for serving) - 2

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine minced garlic, shallots, lemongrass, Thai chili, fish sauce, sugar, vegetable oil, and sa tế chili paste to make the marinade.
2. Add the shrimp to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated, and let them marinate for at least 15 minutes (or up to 1 hour for more flavor).
3. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
4. Skewer the marinated shrimp onto soaked bamboo skewers (if using) and grill for about 2-3 minutes per side or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
5. Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a minute.
6. Serve the grilled shrimp garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 220 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health.

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