Hmong-inspired Sweet And Tangy Shrimp

This Hmong-inspired Sweet and Tangy Shrimp recipe is a delicious and flavorful dish that combines the sweetness of honey with the tanginess of lime juice and fish sauce. It's a perfect balance of flavors that will surely delight your taste buds.

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Hmong-inspired Sweet And Tangy Shrimp

Ingredients

  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tbsp fish sauce
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, fish sauce, lime juice, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
  4. Pour the honey mixture over the shrimp and toss to coat. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the shrimp.
  5. Remove from heat and serve the sweet and tangy shrimp hot, garnished with chopped cilantro and sliced lime, if desired.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
25 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
20g
Carbohydrates
15g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Large skillet Whisk Small bowl

Tools

Cutting board Knife Measuring spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the sweet and tangy shrimp over steamed jasmine rice for a complete and satisfying meal.

Tips & tricks

For a spicier kick, add more red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce to the honey mixture.

Cost

$15