Grilled Shrimp with Fresh Papaya Blatjang Recipe

Name: Grilled Shrimp with Fresh Papaya Blatjang
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 ripe medium papayas, halved and seeded (see Note); 2 scallions, white only, minced; 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger; 1 garlic clove, minced; 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper; 2 tablespoons minced cilantro; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper; 1 1/2 pounds medium shrimp, shelled and deveined; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 scallion, chopped; 1 garlic clove, crushed; One 1/2 -inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and chopped; 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro

Servings: persons

2 ripe medium papayas, halved and seeded (see Note)
2 scallions, white only, minced
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1 garlic clove, minced
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper
2 tablespoons minced cilantro
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 1/2 pounds medium shrimp, shelled and deveined
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 scallion, chopped
1 garlic clove, crushed
One 1/2 -inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and chopped
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro

1
MAKE THE SHRIMP Scoop the papaya flesh into a food processor, leaving about 1/8 inch of flesh on the skin.
2
Add the scallions, ginger, garlic, lemon juice, cumin, salt and pepper and pulse until chunky.
3
Transfer the blatjang to a bowl, cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
4
Stir in the cilantro and crushed red pepper just before serving.
5
Light the grill or preheat the broiler.
6
Soak eight 8-inch bamboo skewers in water.
7
Double skewer the shrimp on 4 pairs of parallel skewers.
8
In a mini-processor, combine the lemon juice, olive oil, scallion, garlic, ginger and coriander and process to a fine paste.
9
Spread the paste on both sides of the shrimp.
10
Grill or broil for 3 to 4 minutes, or until pink on both sides.
11
Sprinkle the shrimp with the cilantro and serve with the blatjang.

320

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 ripe medium papayas, halved and seeded (see Note), 2 scallions, white only, minced, 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger, 1 garlic clove, minced, and more.

Yes, Grilled Shrimp with Fresh Papaya Blatjang falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Grilled Shrimp with Fresh Papaya Blatjang

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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