Thai-Inspired Tapas

Ingredients

While Spanish tapas traditionally feature ingredients like olives, cured meats, and cheeses, our Thai-inspired tapas take a departure from these flavors. Instead, we incorporate the bold and aromatic spices of Thai cuisine, such as lemongrass, ginger, and chili peppers, to create a unique fusion of flavors that will transport your taste buds to the streets of Bangkok. We alse have the original recipe for Tapas, so you can check it out.

• 1 pound (450g) shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 pound (450g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) soy sauce 2 tablespoons (30ml) soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) fish sauce 1 tablespoon (15ml) fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) lime juice 1 tablespoon (15ml) lime juice
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) honey 1 tablespoon (15ml) honey
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) vegetable oil 1 tablespoon (15ml) vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon (5g) red curry paste 1 teaspoon (5g) red curry paste
• 1 teaspoon (5g) grated fresh ginger 1 teaspoon (5g) grated fresh ginger
• 1 stalk lemongrass, outer layers removed and minced 1 stalk lemongrass, outer layers removed and minced
• 1 red chili pepper, thinly sliced 1 red chili pepper, thinly sliced
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 180 kcal / 753 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 4g, 0.5g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 9g, 6g
• Protein: 25g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, fish sauce, lime juice, honey, minced garlic, red curry paste, grated ginger, minced lemongrass, and sliced chili pepper.
2. 2.
   Add the shrimp to the marinade and toss to coat. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
3. 3.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until they turn pink and opaque.
4. 4.
   Transfer the cooked shrimp to a serving platter and garnish with fresh cilantro.
5. 5.
   Serve the Thai-inspired tapas hot and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Shrimp — Make sure to devein the shrimp properly to remove the digestive tract. This can be done by making a shallow cut along the back of the shrimp and rinsing it under cold water.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra kick of heat, add more sliced chili peppers to the marinade.
• Serve the Thai-inspired tapas with a side of jasmine rice or sticky rice to balance the flavors.
• If you prefer a milder flavor, reduce the amount of red curry paste and chili peppers.
• Experiment with different seafood options like scallops or squid for variety.
• Garnish with a squeeze of fresh lime juice before serving for a burst of citrus flavor.

Serving advice

Serve the Thai-inspired tapas on a platter with toothpicks or small skewers for easy picking. Encourage your guests to mix and match the different tapas to create their own unique flavor combinations.

Presentation advice

Arrange the cooked shrimp on the platter in an attractive pattern, garnished with fresh cilantro leaves. Add a pop of color by placing slices of lime and chili peppers around the edges of the platter.