VIETNAMESE GRILLED SHRIMP - TOM CANG NUONG

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Make and share this Vietnamese Grilled Shrimp - Tom Cang Nuong recipe from Food.com.

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Sauces

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
wooden skewer
1 small onion, minced,rinced under cold water,and drained
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 -2 dash fish sauce
1 lime, juice of
1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon fish sauce
1/2 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • Mix the onion, garlic, oil, and fish sauce in a bowl large enough to hold the shrimp.
  • Add the shrimp, toss to coat evenly, and marinate, covered, at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  • Soak the wooden skewers in water for 20-30 minutes.
  • Prepare grill or preheat broiler.
  • To prepare the dip, mix together the lime juice, pepper, salt, fish sauce, and sugar, in a small bowl, mixing well; adjust seasonings to taste (add a little water or sugar if dip seems too tart).
  • Thread shrimp onto wooden skewers; lightly coat each finished skewer with oil or cooking spray, and place on grill over medium coals or heat (or place on pan under broiler), and cook approximately 5 minutes, turning once, or until shrimps are pink, firm, and slightly charred in spots.
  • Serve shrimp with the dipping sauce.
  • A good accompaniment would be steamed rice, or an Asian noodle dish.

toxemd
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I love that this recipe can be made ahead of time. It's perfect for when I'm short on time.


Mary Princ
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This recipe is a great way to sneak some vegetables into your diet. I added some chopped carrots and bell peppers to the skewers.


Sinesipho Ndlela
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I used a variety of shrimp sizes for this recipe. The larger shrimp were perfect for grilling, while the smaller shrimp were great for adding to the sauce.


Kiersten McGee
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I added some pineapple to the skewers for a tropical twist. It was a delicious addition.


Kuddus Shak
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover rice. I made a batch of fried rice and then used the leftovers to make the shrimp skewers.


Md H Shariful Islam
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I love the way the shrimp caramelize on the grill. It gives them a slightly smoky flavor that is irresistible.


Aamir Farid
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I'm not a great cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


Edith onaro
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I made this recipe for my husband's birthday dinner and he loved it. He said it was the best shrimp he's ever had.


Hiram Kamau
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This recipe is a great way to get kids to eat shrimp. My kids loved the sweet and tangy sauce.


Jad Ishak
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I've tried several Vietnamese grilled shrimp recipes, but this one is by far the best. The marinade is simple but incredibly flavorful.


Moiz Asim
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This dish is perfect for a party or potluck. It's easy to make ahead of time and can be served either hot or cold.


Daauud Mohamed
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I'm not usually a fan of shrimp, but this recipe changed my mind. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the flavors were out of this world.


Sammy Aguirre
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover shrimp. I also added some vegetables to the skewers, which made them even more delicious.


Mehraab Shoro
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The shrimp are juicy and flavorful, and the sauce is tangy and sweet.


LEGIT
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. It's easy to make and the results are always impressive.


Bethany Boatwright
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This recipe was absolutely delicious! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.