Best 5 Lemongrass Shrimp And Rice Recipes

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Lemongrass shrimp and rice is a classic Southeast Asian dish that combines the bright, citrusy flavor of lemongrass with the savory taste of shrimp and the fluffy texture of rice. This satisfying and flavorful meal is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion. With its vibrant colors and aromas, lemongrass shrimp and rice is sure to impress your taste buds and leave you feeling satisfied and fulfilled.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

VIETNAMESE RICE NOODLES WITH LEMONGRASS SHRIMP



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Nearly every little shop in Vietnam serves some version of this satisfying, simple dish. Bowls of room-temperature rice noodles are festooned with wok-fried or grilled shrimp (or beef, pork or chicken), scented with lemongrass, splashed with a sweet-and-spicy dipping sauce, and then served with pickled vegetables and tender, aromatic herbs.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     dinner, lunch, noodles, seafood, main course

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 25

1 cup finely julienned carrot
1 cup finely julienned daikon
2 teaspoons granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
3 tablespoons light brown sugar
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
4 tablespoons lime juice
3 tablespoons Vietnamese fish sauce, like Red Boat
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon minced or grated ginger
1 medium-hot red chile pepper, such as Fresno, finely chopped
1 red or green bird chile pepper, thinly sliced, or substitute half a thinly sliced serrano pepper
1 1/2 pounds shrimp, preferably wild, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons Vietnamese fish sauce
1 tablespoon light brown sugar
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons finely chopped lemongrass, pale tender center part only
1 pound rice noodles, preferably rice vermicelli
1 or 2 small lettuce heads, with the leaves separated, rinsed and patted dry
3 cups mixed herb sprigs, such as cilantro, mint, basil, watercress and tender celery leaves
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 scallions, slivered
4 tablespoons crushed roasted peanuts
Handful of bean sprouts (optional)

Steps:

  • Make the pickled vegetables: Put carrot and daikon in a small bowl and sprinkle with sugar and salt. Add rice vinegar, toss well and set aside.
  • Make the dipping sauce: In a small bowl, stir together brown sugar, vinegar, lime juice, fish sauce, garlic, ginger and chiles. Stir in 1/2 cup cold water and let mixture sit for 15 minutes. (Leftover sauce will keep up to 3 days, refrigerated.)
  • Marinate the shrimp: Put shrimp in a shallow dish. Add fish sauce, brown sugar, garlic and lemongrass. Mix well to coat.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to boil. Turn off heat and add rice noodles. Soak noodles, stirring occasionally, until softened, usually about 7 to 8 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water. Leave in colander at room temperature.
  • Prepare a platter of lettuce leaves and herb sprigs for the table. Keep cool, covered with a damp towel.
  • Put oil in a wok or frying pan over medium-high heat. When oil is hot, add shrimp without crowding (work in batches if necessary). Cook for about 2 minutes per side, until lightly browned.
  • To serve, divide noodles among 4 large soup bowls, then top each with hot shrimp, pickled vegetables and a tablespoon or so of dipping sauce. Sprinkle with scallions and peanuts (and beans sprouts if using). Pass herb platter and remaining dipping sauce at the table, and encourage guests to customize bowls as desired.

LEMON SHRIMP WITH RICE



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This delicious and fuss-free recipe requires only 10 minutes of prep and requires only one dish, making cleanup a breeze.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Shrimp Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup long-grain white rice
1 cup dry white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 garlic cloves, sliced
1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 lemon, cut into 8 wedges and seeded
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a shallow 2-quart microwave-safe dish with a lid, combine rice, wine, oil, garlic, red-pepper flakes, and 2 cups water; season with salt and pepper.
  • Cover, and microwave on high until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, 20 minutes, stirring twice during cooking.
  • Stir in shrimp and lemon wedges; cover, and microwave 3 minutes more. Let stand, covered, until shrimp are opaque throughout, 2 minutes. Stir in parsley; serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376 g, Fat 6 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 27 g

LEMONGRASS SHRIMP OVER RICE VERMICELLI AND VEGETABLES



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Make and share this Lemongrass Shrimp over Rice Vermicelli and Vegetables recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dicentra

Categories     Vietnamese

Time 25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 22

1/3 cup Thai fish sauce
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons finely chopped peeled fresh lemongrass
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
32 large shrimp, peeled and deveined (about 1 1/2 pounds)
1 cup fresh lime juice
3/4 cup shredded carrot
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup Thai fish sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 Thai red chili peppers, seeded and minced
1/4 cup vegetable oil
3/4 cup thinly sliced shallot
8 ounces rice vermicelli
3 1/2 cups shredded boston lettuce, divided
2 cups fresh bean sprouts, divided
1 3/4 cups shredded carrots, divided
1 medium cucumber, halved lengthwise, seeded, and thinly sliced (about 1 1/2 cups)
cooking spray
1/2 cup chopped of fresh mint
1/2 cup dry-roasted unsalted peanuts, finely chopped

Steps:

  • To prepare shrimp, combine first 6 ingredients in a large zip-top plastic bag; seal. Marinate in refrigerator 1 hour, turning occasionally. Remove shrimp from bag; discard marinade.
  • To prepare sauce, combine the lime juice and next 5 ingredients (through chiles), stirring with a whisk until the sugar dissolves. Set aside.
  • To prepare shallot oil, heat 1/4 cup oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add shallots; cook 5 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Strain the shallot mixture through a sieve over a bowl. Reserve oil. Set fried shallots aside.
  • To prepare remaining ingredients, place rice vermicelli in a large bowl; cover with boiling water. Let stand 20 minutes.
  • Drain. Combine the noodles, shallot oil, 1 3/4 cups lettuce, 1 cup sprouts, 1 cup carrot, and 3/4 cup cucumber, tossing well.
  • To cook shrimp, prepare the grill to medium-high heat.
  • Place shrimp on grill rack coated with cooking spray; grill 2 1/2 minutes on each side or until done.
  • Place 3/4 cup noodle mixture in each of 8 bowls; top each serving with 4 shrimp, about 3 tablespoons of sauce, and about 1 tablespoon fried shallots. Serve with remaining lettuce, bean sprouts, carrot, cucumber, mint, and peanuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 393.1, Fat 13.8, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 42.9, Sodium 1754.4, Carbohydrate 59.2, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 24.5, Protein 11.5

LEMONGRASS SHRIMP AND RICE



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A very tasty copycat bowl from a popular Caribbean chain restaurant that includes shrimp, rice, snow peas, and edamame, flavored with lemongrass, lime, and coconut milk.

Provided by CRNAsarah

Categories     Bowl Recipes

Time 2h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (14 ounce) can coconut milk
2 limes, zested and juiced
3 4- to 6-inch lemon grass stalks, ends removed and coarsely chopped
3 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped
1 large shallot, coarsely chopped
1 ½ pounds uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 cups uncooked brown rice
1 ½ cups water
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 (10 ounce) package shelled, cooked edamame
1 (6 ounce) package snow peas

Steps:

  • Combine coconut milk, lime juice, lime zest, lemon grass, garlic, and shallot in a blender. Puree until smooth.
  • Refrigerate 1 1/4 cups of the puree for later use. Pour the rest into a large bowl; add shrimp. Cover and refrigerate until shrimp is marinated, 2 to 3 hours.
  • Bring brown rice and water to a boil in a saucepan while shrimp marinate. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed, 45 to 50 minutes.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add edamame and snow peas; saute until tender but still crispy, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the 1 1/4 cups of reserved puree and bring to a simmer.
  • Add shrimp and marinade to the sauce in the skillet; cook until shrimp are firm and no longer pink, 8 to 10 minutes. Serve over the cooked rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 510.1 calories, Carbohydrate 59.8 g, Cholesterol 172.6 mg, Fat 19.3 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 26.6 g, SaturatedFat 13.3 g, Sodium 226.5 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

DRUNKEN LEMONGRASS SHRIMP



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Make and share this Drunken Lemongrass Shrimp recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Izzy Knight

Categories     Asian

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

3/4 lb medium raw shrimp, shelled,and,deveined,tails left intact
1 tablespoon dry sherry
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
4 shallots, peeled & halved
6 dried red chili peppers
2 stalks lemongrass, bottom 6 inches only,cut into 2 inch lengths,and crushed
1/4 cup fried garlic, slices
1 sprig cilantro
1/4 cup dry sherry
1 tablespoon lime, juice
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons oyster sauce
1 teaspoon fish sauce
1/2 teaspoon packed light brown sugar

Steps:

  • Marinate the shrimp: In a medium bowl, combine the shrimp, rice wine, cornstarch and salt; toss until the shrimp are evenly coated.
  • Set aside for 10 minutes.
  • Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl combine the rice wine, lime juice, soy sauce, oyster-flavored sauce, fish sauce and brown sugar; stir until the sugar dissolves.
  • Place a wok over high heat until hot.
  • Add the oil, swirling to coat the sides.
  • Add the shallots, chili peppers, lemongrass and fried garlic; stir-fry until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Slide the shrimp into the wok; cook, stirring, until the shrimp begin to turn pink, about 1 minute.
  • Pour in the sauce; reduce the heat to low, cover and cook until the shrimp are cooked through and the shallots are tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Scoop into shallow bowl and garnish with the cilantro sprig.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151.9, Fat 4.4, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 107.3, Sodium 1457.1, Carbohydrate 11.3, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 1.2, Protein 13.5

Tips:

- Use fresh lemongrass for the best flavor. If you can't find fresh lemongrass, you can use dried lemongrass, but it won't be as flavorful. - To make the shrimp more flavorful, marinate them in the lemongrass mixture for at least 30 minutes before cooking. - If you don't have a wok, you can use a large skillet instead. - Serve the shrimp and rice immediately after cooking, while the shrimp is still hot and juicy.

Conclusion:

Lemongrass shrimp and rice is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and healthy meal. The lemongrass gives the shrimp a unique and flavorful taste, and the rice is a perfect accompaniment. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table.

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