Thai-Style Spring Roll Salad With Red Curry Shrimp

Name: Thai-Style Spring Roll Salad With Red Curry Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: SHRIMP MARINADE; 3/4 lb large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 teaspoon red curry paste (see note); 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 teaspoon vegetable oil; 1 pinch salt; cooking oil, for sauteeing shrimp; VINAIGRETTE; 3 tablespoons fresh-squeezed lime juice; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 tablespoon fresh gingerroot, minced; 2 teaspoons fish sauce (see note); 2 teaspoons chili-garlic sauce (see note); 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; SALAD; 2 ounces dry rice noodles (see note); 3 cups iceberg lettuce; 1/2 cup carrot, julienned; 1/2 cup cucumber, seeded and sliced into half-moons; 1/2 cup fresh bean sprout; 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, torn; GARNISHES; chopped peanuts (optional); wonton wrapper, sliced into strips and fried (optional)

Servings: persons

SHRIMP MARINADE
3/4 lb large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 teaspoon red curry paste (see note)
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 pinch salt
cooking oil, for sauteeing shrimp
VINAIGRETTE
3 tablespoons fresh-squeezed lime juice
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon fresh gingerroot, minced
2 teaspoons fish sauce (see note)
2 teaspoons chili-garlic sauce (see note)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
SALAD
2 ounces dry rice noodles (see note)
3 cups iceberg lettuce
1/2 cup carrot, julienned
1/2 cup cucumber, seeded and sliced into half-moons
1/2 cup fresh bean sprout
1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, torn
GARNISHES
chopped peanuts (optional)
wonton wrapper, sliced into strips and fried (optional)

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Note: These ingredients should be easy to find in a well-stocked grocery store. Failing that, any Asian market would have them.
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MARINATING THE SHRIMP:.
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Mix the curry paste, sugar, oil and salt in a medium bowl. Add shrimp and stir to coat. Marinate shrimp for 15 minutes while you prepare the rest of the components of the dish.
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VINAIGRETTE:.
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Combine all the vinaigrette ingredients except for the oil in a mixing bowl. Using a whisk, gradually mix in the oil. Set aside.
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NOODLES:.
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Bring a pan of water to boiling and remove from heat. Soak the dry noodles in the boiling water until soft (approximately 3-4 minutes). Drain softened noodles and rinse, making sure that noodles are not clumped together.
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VEGETABLES:.
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If salad vegetables are not already prepared and chopped, do so now. Do not toss them together at this point, but keep them separate.
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COOKING THE SHRIMP:.
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Heat cooking oil in a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat, Saute marinated shrimp (cooking both sides) until firm, approximately 5 minutes.
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FRIED WONTON STRIPS:.
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If desired, slice a small stack of wonton wrappers into thin strips. Fry in hot oil until golden brown and crispy. Drain and set aside. Purchased chow mein noodles can be added in place of the crispy wonton strips for crunch.
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ASSEMBLY:.
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Divide salad components evenly between two plates. Top with cooked shrimp and optional garnishes. Toss with the vinaigrette to taste.

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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 26 ingredients. The key ingredients include: SHRIMP MARINADE, 3/4 lb large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined, 1 teaspoon red curry paste (see note), 1 teaspoon sugar, and more.

Yes, Thai-Style Spring Roll Salad With Red Curry Shrimp 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!