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Grilled River Prawn with Black Sticky Rice

Cultural Context

Originating from the rivers of Thailand, grilled river prawns are a beloved dish that highlights the country's rich aquatic resources. Traditionally enjoyed during festive occasions, this dish combines the sweetness of prawns with the unique texture of black sticky rice, often served with a coconut sauce. Today, it has gained popularity in various Thai restaurants worldwide, showcasing the vibrant flavors of Thai cuisine.

ThaiTHmain
30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
fresh seafood
lobster liver
700 g sticky rice
1 kg chicken stock
heavy cream
butter
green mangoes
chili
pork belly jam
kaffir lime leaves
prawn fat
coconut milk
galanga
fresh turmeric
garlic
white peppercorn
dry chilies
shrimp paste
palm sugar
fish sauce
crab
1

Go to the market every day to get fresh ingredients, especially seafood.

2

Select lobster liver from SFA Lake in southern Thailand.

3

Cut off the sharp parts of the lobster liver and clean it.

4

Grill the lobster liver until the fat starts bubbling, indicating it's cooked.

5

Prepare 700 g of sticky rice for the signature dish, which is served with 60 portions daily.

6

Add chicken stock to the rice and cook until the stock is dry.

7

Incorporate heavy cream into the rice, ensuring it is slightly undercooked (about 70%).

8

Finish the rice with butter, creating a risotto-like texture.

9

Top the rice with various condiments: green mangoes, chili, pork belly jam, and kaffir lime leaves for smokiness.

10

Prepare crispy eggs to add texture on top of the prawn fat.

11

Make a sauce with prawn fat, herbs from tom yum, lemongrass, and galanga.

12

Prepare the curry paste using galanga, fresh turmeric, garlic, white peppercorn, dry chilies, and shrimp paste.

13

Heat coconut milk until the fat separates, then add the curry paste to cook in it.

14

Add palm sugar and fish sauce to the curry for flavor.

15

Incorporate fresh crab into the curry gently to avoid breaking the pieces.

Equipment Needed

grill

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

shellfishfishcoconut

Also Known As

Grilled River Prawn with Black Sticky Rice

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