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Tandoori Shrimp Satay

Grilled prawns, lime zest and coconut milk, warmed with ginger and kaffir lime, a South Asian starter.

30 min · Serves 6 · Easy

Makes
6
skewers

Ingredients

Time
Prep 20 min · Cook 10 min · 30 min total
Difficulty
easy
  1. 1

    Heat oil to medium heat and add onion. Saute for 2 minutes and then add next 5 ingredients. Cook for 1 minute more.

  2. 2

    Cool slightly and then add to a food processor with the lime zest, shrimp and coconut milk. Process until smooth and gummy.

  3. 3

    Form mix into six balls around each lemongrass stalk (moist hands work best). Let rest in the refridgerator for at least one hour, not more than 4.

  4. 4

    You can grill these or broil them, or brown them in a non-stick skillet. They only take about 5-7 minutes to cook through.

    7 min
  5. 5

    Serve with fresh lime slices and yogurt flavored with fresh mint or basil.

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