Vietnamese Caramel Shrimp Recipe

Name: Vietnamese Caramel Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 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)

Servings: persons

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)

1
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.
2
In a large skillet or wok over medium heat, heat the oil. Add the garlic and cook until golden brown.
3
Transfer the shrimp to the pan, discarding the marinade. Cook the shrimp, stirring occasionally, until they begin to turn pink.
4
Add the water and sugar and simmer for 3 minutes.
5
Add the scallions and onion and stir-fry for 2 minutes.
6
Add the chile pepper and black pepper to taste.
7
Squeeze the lime juice over the top of the shrimp and transfer the mixture to a platter.
8
Garnish with cilantro, if desired. Serve immediately.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lbs medium shrimp, peeled and deveined, 2 tablespoons oyster sauce, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, and more.

Yes, Vietnamese Caramel Shrimp falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Vietnamese Caramel Shrimp

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