Drunken Lemongrass Shrimp
Transport your taste buds to Southeast Asia with this vibrant and flavor-packed recipe for Drunken Lemongrass Shrimp. Juicy, tender shrimp are infused with the citrusy aroma of fresh lemongrass, fiery red chili, and the zing of garlic and ginger, all brought together in a savory, subtly sweet sauce enriched with dry white wine, fish sauce, and a splash of lime juice. This quick and easy dish comes together in just 25 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights yet impressive enough for entertaining. Serve it over fragrant steamed jasmine rice for the ultimate culinary escape, and don't forget the sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a burst of color and herby freshness. Perfect for seafood lovers, this dish embodies the vibrant, bold flavors of Southeast Asian cuisine while being delightfully simple to prepare!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 lemongrass stalks
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tablespoon ginger (grated)
- 1 red chili (sliced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.25 cup dry white wine
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons cilantro leaves (chopped, for garnish)
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- as needed steamed jasmine rice (for serving)
Instructions
Prepare the lemongrass by trimming the tough outer layers and the root end. Finely mince the tender inner stalks and set aside.
In a large skillet or wok, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and sliced red chili. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in the minced lemongrass and cook for another minute.
Add the shrimp to the skillet. Season with salt and black pepper. Cook for 2 minutes on each side or until the shrimp begin to turn pink and opaque.
Pour in the white wine and fish sauce, stirring to deglaze the pan. Allow the liquid to reduce slightly, about 1-2 minutes.
Lower the heat and stir in the lime juice and brown sugar. Toss the shrimp to coat them evenly in the sauce.
Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with chopped cilantro leaves.
Serve the Drunken Lemongrass Shrimp over steamed jasmine rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
926 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.4 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 886 mg | 295% | |
| Sodium | 2133 mg | 93% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.0 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.2 g | ||
| Protein | 113.2 g | 226% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 298 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 13.6 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 2417 mg | 51% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
