4.7 from 51 votes
Pomelo Salad
Simple Pomelo Salad with shrimp is both zesty and delicious. Whether you're in the mood for the sweet and tangy Vietnamese version or the bold, spicy Thai style Yam Som-O, this citrusy pomelo salad recipe is a perfect choice!
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 175 kcal
Course:
Salad
Cuisine:
Thai
Ingredients
- 10 oz (280g) pomelo peeled and separated into tiny segments
- 2 oz (60g) medium-sized shrimp 4 shrimps, peeled, deveined, and poached
- 25 oz green beans cut into small pieces
- 2 tablespoons roasted cashew nuts or peanuts roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons desiccated coconut flakes unsweetened, toasted
- 2 tablespoons Fried shallot crisps
- Thai basil for garnishing, optional
Pomelo Salad Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 lime extract the juice
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1-2 Thai chilies finely chopped
- 1 red chili finely chopped
Instructions
- Gently break the pomelo segments into small pieces and set them aside.
- Make the Pomelo Salad Dressing by mixing the fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, Thai chilies, and red chilies in a small bowl. Stir well to combine and set aside.
- Add the shrimp, French beans, cashew nuts, and dressing to the pomelo, and stir well to combine.
- Top with toasted coconut and fried shallots, then serve immediately.
Cup of Yum
Notes
- Dry-toast the desiccated coconut flakes in a skillet over medium-low heat until they turn light brown. Be sure to stir frequently to prevent burning, as the flakes can burn quickly.
- Use fresh ingredients: Choose ripe pomelo, fresh shrimp, and crisp French beans for the best flavor. Ensure the roasted cashew nuts or peanuts are fresh and not rancid.
- Poaching shrimp: The best way to poach shrimp is in simmering, not boiling. The water should be at the temperature of 160° and 180°F (71–82°C). Be sure to not overcook the shrimp.
- Adjust dressing to taste: Balance the flavors by adjusting the sweetness, sourness, and spice in the dressing to your preference. If you have a tart and bitter tasting pomelo, add more sugar to the dressing.
- Careful substitute: Do not substitute lemon juice for lime juice, soy sauce for fish sauce, or sweet coconut flakes for plain desiccated coconut.
- Properly peeled pomelo: Cut off the rind and remove any pith before breaking the fruit into bite-sized pieces. For convenience, you can buy pre-peeled pomelo in the market.
Nutrition Information
Serving
3people
Calories
175kcal
(9%)
Carbohydrates
31g
(10%)
Protein
8g
(16%)
Fat
4g
(6%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
Cholesterol
23mg
(8%)
Sodium
738mg
(31%)
Potassium
701mg
(20%)
Fiber
7g
(28%)
Sugar
14g
(28%)
Vitamin A
1354IU
(27%)
Vitamin C
88mg
(98%)
Calcium
93mg
(9%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 175
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 3people | |
| Calories | 175kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 31g | 10% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 23mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 738mg | 31% |
| Potassium | 701mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 14g | 28% |
| Vitamin A | 1354IU | 27% |
| Vitamin C | 88mg | 98% |
| Calcium | 93mg | 9% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.