Plah (shrimp Or Squid, Seafood) / พล่ากุ้ง, ปลาหมึก, พล่าทะเล Recipe
Shrimp, squid or seafood cooked in exotic Thai hot chili sauce, fresh mint, red onions, scallion and lime dressing.
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Ingredients
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Seafood
Vegetables & Herbs
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Seafood
In a pot of boiling water, blanch the shrimp and squid separately for about 2-3 minutes until they turn opaque and tender. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 2
Prepare the Dressing
In a bowl, combine lime juice, fish sauce, and sugar. Stir until the sugar is dissolved and set aside.
- 3
Prepare the Vegetables
Thinly slice the red onion and chop the scallions. Rinse the fresh mint leaves and pat them dry. Slice the Thai bird’s eye chili.
Combine Ingredients
- 4
Mix Seafood and Vegetables
In a large mixing bowl, combine the blanched shrimp and squid with the sliced red onion, chopped scallions, fresh mint leaves, and sliced chili.
- 5
Add Dressing
Pour the prepared dressing over the seafood and vegetable mixture. Gently toss everything together until well combined.
Serve
- 6
Plate the Dish
Transfer the seafood salad onto a serving platter. Garnish with lime wedges and coriander leaves.
- 7
Serve Immediately
Enjoy your spicy and refreshing PLAH immediately as a salad or appetizer.