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Tasty Apprentice
Hello, fellow food enthusiasts! Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a refreshing and zesty Thai appetizer - Goong Chae Nam Pla! This dish features raw shrimp marinated in a flavorful sauce that's both spicy and tangy, making it a perfect starter for any meal. Let’s dive in!
Ingredients:
For the Shrimp:
- 12 large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
For the Sauce:
- 5 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 5-6 Thai bird's eye chilies, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
- 1 tablespoon chopped mint leaves
For Garnish:
- Fresh cilantro leaves
- Sliced cucumber
- Mint leaves
- Thinly sliced shallots
Instructions:
- Prepare the Shrimp:
- Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix the shrimp with 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 tablespoon fish sauce, and 1 teaspoon sugar. Let it marinate for about 10-15 minutes.
- Make the Sauce:
- In a separate bowl, combine the chopped garlic, chilies, 2 tablespoons fish sauce, 2 tablespoons lime juice, and 1 teaspoon sugar. Mix until the sugar is dissolved.
- Stir in the chopped cilantro and mint leaves.
- Assemble the Dish:
- Arrange the marinated shrimp on a serving plate.
- Drizzle the sauce generously over the shrimp.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves, sliced cucumber, mint leaves, and thinly sliced shallots.
Serving Suggestion:
- Serve immediately as a refreshing appetizer. This dish pairs wonderfully with a cold beverage of your choice!
The flavors sound so fresh and vibrant. I love how simple it seems to make. I can't wait to try it out! 
Love how fresh and vibrant it seems. Definitely adding this to my must-try list!
