Oriental Shrimp Salad (Padma Lakshmi) Recipe

Name: Oriental Shrimp Salad (Padma Lakshmi)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the shrimp paste; 1 cup loosely packed mint leaf; 1 small onion, coarsely chopped; 1 tablespoon minced gingerroot; 12 black peppercorns, coarsely crushed; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon tamarind paste; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 1/3 cup water; salt, to taste; 2 lbs large shrimp, shelled and de-veined; For the vegetables; 4 cups shredded iceberg lettuce; 3 cups grated carrots; 2 cups diced celery; 2 cups shredded red cabbage; 5 scallions, minced; 1 cup loosely packed cilantro leaf, minced (after measuring); For the dressing; 3 tablespoons fresh limes or 3 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 tablespoons oriental sesame oil; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar; 3 dashes oriental hot chili oil (or to taste); salt, to taste; vegetable oil cooking spray; 3 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds, for garnish

Servings: persons

For the shrimp paste
1 cup loosely packed mint leaf
1 small onion, coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon minced gingerroot
12 black peppercorns, coarsely crushed
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon tamarind paste
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/3 cup water
salt, to taste
2 lbs large shrimp, shelled and de-veined
For the vegetables
4 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
3 cups grated carrots
2 cups diced celery
2 cups shredded red cabbage
5 scallions, minced
1 cup loosely packed cilantro leaf, minced (after measuring)
For the dressing
3 tablespoons fresh limes or 3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons oriental sesame oil
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
3 dashes oriental hot chili oil (or to taste)
salt, to taste
vegetable oil cooking spray
3 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds, for garnish

1
Make the paste: In a blender combine the first 9 ingredients and blend until pureed.
2
In a bowl toss the shrimp with the paste and let marinate while prepping the vegetables.
3
Make the salad: In a large bowl combine the 6 salad vegetables.
4
Make the dressing: In a bowl whisk together the 6 salad dressing vegetables.
5
Spray a large skillet set over moderately high heat with some vegetable oil and heat until hot.
6
Add the shrimp and cook, turning, for 3 to 4 minutes, or until just cooked.
7
Add the shrimp to the salad bowl, drizzle with dressing to taste, and toss.
8
Divide among serving dishes and sprinkle with the sesame seeds.

1248

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 27 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the shrimp paste, 1 cup loosely packed mint leaf, 1 small onion, coarsely chopped, 1 tablespoon minced gingerroot, and more.

Yes, Oriental Shrimp Salad (Padma Lakshmi) falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Oriental Shrimp Salad (Padma Lakshmi)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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