VIETNAMESE CARAMEL SHRIMP

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Make and share this Vietnamese Caramel Shrimp recipe from Food.com.

Provided by LifeIsGood

Categories     Vietnamese

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 lbs medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon flour
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
4 scallions, chopped (white part only)
1 small onion, chopped
1 fresh red chili pepper, thinly sliced
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
1 lime
1 sprig fresh cilantro (garnish) (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the shrimp with the oyster sauce, salt, cayenne pepper and flour. Set aside to marinate for 5 to 10 minutes.
  • In a large skillet or wok over medium heat, heat the oil. Add the garlic and cook until golden brown.
  • Transfer the shrimp to the pan, discarding the marinade. Cook the shrimp, stirring occasionally, until they begin to turn pink.
  • Add the water and sugar and simmer for 3 minutes.
  • Add the scallions and onion and stir-fry for 2 minutes.
  • Add the chile pepper and black pepper to taste.
  • Squeeze the lime juice over the top of the shrimp and transfer the mixture to a platter.
  • Garnish with cilantro, if desired. Serve immediately.

Parbati Tandukar
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Sandie Carley
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I'm not sure I would make this dish again, but it was a fun experience.


Nihad FF
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This dish is a bit pricey to make, but it's a great special occasion meal.


Namiiro Hadijah
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I found the sauce to be a bit too sweet for my taste.


mason allen
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The shrimp were a bit overcooked, but the sauce was still delicious.


Lauren Mallon
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I love the combination of sweet and savory in this dish. It's the perfect balance of flavors.


Manob Gain
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This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth it. The flavor is incredible.


Majid prince
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I've tried many Vietnamese caramel shrimp recipes, but this one is by far the best. The instructions are clear and easy to follow, and the results are amazing.


Zack Davies
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This is one of my favorite Vietnamese dishes. The caramel sauce is so good that I could just eat it with a spoon.


ekax karimi
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I'm not a huge fan of shrimp, but this dish changed my mind. The sauce is amazing and the shrimp are so tender.


Fuye Star
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I made this dish for dinner last night and it was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the sweet and savory sauce.


Bappi Hasan
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This Vietnamese Caramel Shrimp is absolutely delicious! The sauce is so rich and flavorful, and the shrimp are cooked perfectly.


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