Ingredients

1 lb large shrimp in shell (21 to 25 per lb), peeled

2 limes

3 small fresh lemongrass stalks, 1 or 2 outer leaves discarded *

2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

1/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper

3 scallions, sliced crosswise 1/4 inch thick

2 (3-inch) fresh green chiles such as Thai or serrano, minced (including seeds)

3 to 4 teaspoons Asian fish sauce

1 tablespoon sugar

1/2 teaspoon salt

2 lb beefsteak tomatoes, cut into 1-inch wedges

3/4 lb cucumbers, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces

1/2 cup loosely packed fresh Thai anise basil leaves

1/2 cup loosely packed fresh Thai lemon basil leaves

1/2 cup loosely packed fresh cilantro leaves

Description

If You Can't Find Thai Anise Basil And Thai Lemon Basil, You Can Substitute Italian Basil And Lemon Balm (the Latter Is Available At Farmers...

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