Grilled Lemongrass Shrimp Skewers (Tôm nướng sả)

Tôm nướng sả, or Grilled Lemongrass Shrimp Skewers, is a popular Vietnamese dish known for its aromatic lemongrass flavor and succulent grilled shrimp. This recipe is perfect for a summer barbecue or a flavorful weeknight dinner.

Grilled Lemongrass Shrimp Skewers (Tôm nướng sả)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 tablespoons minced lemongrass
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes
  • Wooden skewers, soaked in water

Instructions

  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. In a bowl, mix the minced lemongrass, garlic, fish sauce, honey, vegetable oil, and chili flakes.
  3. Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss to coat evenly. Marinate for 15 minutes.
  4. Thread the marinated shrimp onto the soaked skewers.
  5. Grill the shrimp skewers for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are pink and opaque.
  6. Remove from the grill and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Grilling

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
180 per serving
Protein
20g
Fat
8g
Carbohydrates
6g

Supplies

Grill Wooden skewers Bowl for marinating

Tools

Tongs Basting brush

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve the grilled lemongrass shrimp skewers with steamed rice, a side of fresh herbs, and a dipping sauce.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Make sure to soak the wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before threading the shrimp to prevent them from burning on the grill.

Cost

$15