Vietnamese Caramel Shrimp
Sweet, savory, and irresistibly bold, Vietnamese Caramel Shrimp is a vibrant dish that captures the essence of Southeast Asian flavors in just 25 minutes. Featuring succulent shrimp coated in a glossy, amber-hued caramel sauce made with fish sauce, garlic, and shallots, this recipe is a perfect balance of sweetness, umami, and subtle spice. The deep, caramelized flavor comes together effortlessly in a single skillet, while green onions add a touch of freshness to every bite. Served over fluffy jasmine rice, it's an easy yet flavorful meal that brings restaurant-quality Vietnamese cuisine straight to your kitchen. Perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests, this dish is a crowd-pleaser you won't want to miss.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp white sugar
- 3 tbsp fish sauce
- 3 tbsp water
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium shallot, minced
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 4 cups cooked jasmine rice (for serving)
Instructions
Peel and devein the shrimp, leaving the tails intact if desired. Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
In a large skillet or wok, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium heat.
Add the sugar to the skillet and stir continuously until it melts and turns a deep amber color, about 3-4 minutes. Be careful not to burn the sugar.
Immediately add the minced garlic and shallot to the caramel and stir quickly to combine, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the fish sauce and water to the skillet. Stir well to combine and dissolve the caramel into the liquid, forming a sauce.
Add the shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat them evenly in the caramel sauce. Cook for 3-4 minutes, flipping the shrimp halfway through, until they turn pink and are cooked through.
Sprinkle black pepper over the shrimp and stir to mix. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed.
Remove the skillet from heat and garnish the shrimp with sliced green onions.
Serve the caramel shrimp over steamed jasmine rice. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2210 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.3 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 857 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 4290 mg | 187% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 341.2 g | 124% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.6 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.9 g | ||
| Protein | 142.1 g | 284% | |
| Vitamin D | 17.2 mcg | 86% | |
| Calcium | 524 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 14.8 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 1931 mg | 41% | |
*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.
