Lemongrass Shrimp on Toast Recipe

Name: Lemongrass Shrimp on Toast
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 macadamia nuts, chopped; 3 medium shallots, chopped; 3 garlic cloves, chopped; 2 small dried red chiles, crushed; 2 tablespoons minced fresh lemongrass bulb; 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk; 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper; Kosher salt; 1 pound medium shrimp, shelled and deveined; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 6 thin slices of white sandwich breadcrusts removed, toasted and cut into 4 squares each; 1/2 cup creme fraiche; Cilantro leaves, for garnish

Servings: persons

8 macadamia nuts, chopped
3 medium shallots, chopped
3 garlic cloves, chopped
2 small dried red chiles, crushed
2 tablespoons minced fresh lemongrass bulb
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk
1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
Kosher salt
1 pound medium shrimp, shelled and deveined
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
6 thin slices of white sandwich breadcrusts removed, toasted and cut into 4 squares each
1/2 cup creme fraiche
Cilantro leaves, for garnish

1
In a mini processor, puree the nuts, shallots, garlic, chiles, lemongrass, ginger, lime juice and sugar.
2
Transfer the paste to a bowl and stir in the coconut milk, pepper and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
3
Add the shrimp and turn to coat with the marinade.
4
Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
5
In a nonstick skillet, heat the oil.
6
Add the shrimp and season with salt.
7
Cook over moderately high heat until the shrimp are golden and just cooked through, 3 minutes.
8
Spread each toast with creme fraiche and top with a shrimp.
9
Garnish with cilantro and serve.

330

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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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 macadamia nuts, chopped, 3 medium shallots, chopped, 3 garlic cloves, chopped, 2 small dried red chiles, crushed, and more.

Yes, Lemongrass Shrimp on Toast 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.

Lemongrass Shrimp on Toast

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