Grilled Shrimp Nam Prik

Elevate your grilling game with this irresistible Grilled Shrimp Nam Prik recipe, a bold and vibrant dish that perfectly balances smoky, savory, tangy, and spicy notes. Featuring succulent jumbo shrimp marinated in a fragrant blend of garlic, fish sauce, lime juice, and white pepper, this Thai-inspired dish is grilled to perfection, achieving a tender and lightly charred texture. The real star, however, is the zesty nam prik dipping sauce—made with fiery bird's eye chilies, shallots, palm sugar, and lime juice—that adds a punch of authentic Thai flavor. Serve this quick and easy crowd-pleaser as a standout appetizer or pair it with steamed rice and fresh veggies for a complete meal. Optimize your next cookout with this flavor-packed recipe that's sure to wow your guests!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Jumbo shrimp (peeled, deveined, tail-on)
• 3 pieces Garlic cloves (minced)
• 2 tablespoons Fish sauce
• 3 tablespoons Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 tablespoon Palm sugar (grated or finely chopped)
• 5 pieces Bird’s eye chilies (adjust based on spice tolerance)
• 2 pieces Shallots (finely chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro leaves (chopped, for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground white pepper
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 2 sheets Banana leaves or aluminum foil (optional, for grilling)

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the shrimp, minced garlic, 1 tablespoon of lime juice, 1 tablespoon of fish sauce, vegetable oil, salt, and white pepper. Mix well to coat the shrimp evenly. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.

Step 2

Meanwhile, prepare the nam prik dipping sauce. In a mortar and pestle, pound the bird’s eye chilies and shallots into a rough paste. Add the remaining fish sauce, lime juice, palm sugar, and water. Mix until the sugar dissolves and all ingredients are well combined. Adjust seasoning as needed (add more fish sauce for saltiness, lime juice for tanginess, or sugar for sweetness). Set aside.

Step 3

If using banana leaves, rinse and pat them dry. If using aluminum foil, lightly grease it with a bit of vegetable oil to prevent sticking.

Step 4

Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. If using banana leaves or foil, place them on the grill and arrange the marinated shrimp in a single layer on top. Grill for 2–3 minutes per side, or until the shrimp turn pink and are slightly charred.

Step 5

Transfer the grilled shrimp to a platter and garnish with chopped cilantro leaves.

Step 6

Serve the grilled shrimp hot with the nam prik dipping sauce on the side. Enjoy with steamed rice or fresh vegetables if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	827.2 grams (827.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	875

Total Fat 28.10g	36%
Saturated Fat 4.40g	22%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.80g
Cholesterol 945mg	315%
Sodium 4262mg	185%
Total Carbohydrate 37.60g	14%
Dietary Fiber 4.20g	15%
Total Sugars 15.50g
Protein 125.00g	250%

Vitamin D 760IU	3800%
Calcium 420mg	32%
Iron 4mg	19%
Potassium 1635mg	35%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.0%

Protein: 55.4%

Carbs: 16.7%