Vietnamese Caramel Shrimp

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 13
Vietnamese Caramel Shrimp with a sweet and tangy caramel sauce
in Seafood

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon oil
1 shallot , chopped
2 garlic cloves , chopped
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 small jalapeno pepper , deseeded and chopped
1 lb shrimp , peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons fish sauce
2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
ground black pepper
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
220
Sugar
12g
Fat
5g
Vietnamese Caramel Shrimp is a popular dish in Vietnam, often served as a main course with steamed rice. The sweet and tangy caramel sauce is the star of this dish and pairs perfectly with the succulent shrimp. It's a great dish for those who love a little bit of sweetness in their savory meals and is sure to please.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, mix together the sugar and water.
2.Heat the oil in a wok or large pan over medium-high heat.
3.Add the shallot, garlic, ginger, and jalapeno pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4.Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink and cooked through.
5.Pour in the sugar and water mixture, fish sauce, and lime juice. Stir until well combined.
6.Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce has thickened and caramelized.
7.Season with black pepper and sesame oil.
8.Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot.

PROS

This dish has a unique and delicious flavor, thanks to the sweet and tangy caramel sauce.

The shrimp is also a great source of protein.

CONS

This dish contains a relatively high amount of sugar and sodium due to the caramel sauce and fish sauce.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite its high sugar and sodium content, this dish does have some health benefits. Shrimp is a great source of protein and is low in calories.
Additionally, ginger has been linked to reducing inflammation and improving digestion.

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