Instructions: Put shrimp in saucepan with salted water to cover; bring to boil, then turn off heat and let sit 5 minutes, until shrimp are opaque in center.

(Alternatively, grill or saute, sprinkling shrimp with salt as they cook.) Cool in refrigerator or under cold running water, then peel (and devein if you like).

Cut shrimp in half if theyre large.

Combine nam pla or soy sauce with 2 tablespoons water, sugar and lime juice, and blend or whisk until smooth.

Arrange lettuce on 4 plates; top each portion with a few grapefruit pieces, some shrimp, and the mint and cilantro; drizzle with dressing. Sprinkle with the minced chilies and chopped peanuts if you like, or pass them at the table.

Serves 4

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