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.

Brenda Brown
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This was a great recipe! I will definitely be making it again.


Hadii Jee
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I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Rajan Paudel
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This recipe is a keeper! The shrimp were crispy and the sauce was delicious.


Jacob Garza
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These shrimp were amazing! The caramel sauce was so flavorful and the shrimp were cooked perfectly.


Bobby Williams
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This was my first time making Vietnamese caramel shrimp and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the shrimp were cooked perfectly.


Isaac Menendez
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I love this recipe! The shrimp are always cooked perfectly and the sauce is so flavorful. I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit.


Ron Car
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This recipe was delicious! The shrimp were crispy and the sauce was sweet and savory. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Ritaz Jotter
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These shrimp were amazing! The caramel sauce was so flavorful and the shrimp were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Bikash Budhathoki
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the shrimp and the sauce. I will definitely be making this again.


Mahabub Masum
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This was my first time making Vietnamese caramel shrimp and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the shrimp were cooked perfectly. The sauce was also delicious.


Nesru King
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I love this recipe! The shrimp are always crispy and the sauce is so flavorful. I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit.


Ramjan Bepari
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The shrimp were perfectly cooked and the caramel sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


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