Pla Goong Salad (Authentic Thai Shrimp Salad Recipe)

Ingredients

• 10 large shrimp (cleaned, deveined)
• 1 tbsp fish sauce
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 1/2 tsp MSG (optional)
• 1 tbsp chili paste
• 2 tsp chili flakes (adjust to taste)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 3 chilies (adjust to taste, finely chopped)
• 1/4 cup shallots (choppped)
• 1 stalk of lemongrass (chopped)
• 3 kaffir lime leaves (torn)
• 2 tbsp coriander (chopped)

Steps

1. 1

   Poach the shrimp – Bring a pot of water to a gentle simmer. Add cleaned shrimp and poach for 1–2 minutes, until pink and opaque. Remove with a slotted spoon and let cool slightly.

2. 2

   Make the dressing – In a mixing bowl, combine fish sauce, lime juice, chili paste, chili flakes, and MSG (if using). Stir until well mixed.

3. 3

   Toss everything together – Add the shrimp to the bowl along with garlic, chilies, shallots, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and coriander. Toss gently until coated.

4. 4

   Taste and serve – Adjust seasoning with more lime or chilies if needed. Serve immediately while fresh.