Steamed shrimp in aromatic lemongrass-coconut sauce.
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Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
Estimated total cost: €13.69 · €3.42/serving
- 1 tablespoon nam pla (fish sauce)Est. price €0.08–€0.20
- 11/2 teaspoons sugarEst. price €0.02–€0.05
- SaltEst. price €0.01–€0.01
- 1/2 cup fresh or canned coconut milkEst. price €0.25–€0.60
- 1 small dried chileEst. price €0.03–€0.08
- Pinch of saffron threads or 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric or curry powderEst. price €0.50–€1.50
- 2 lemongrass stalksEst. price €0.40–€0.80
- 2 limesEst. price €0.40–€0.80
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and, if you like, deveinedEst. price €12.00–€22.00
Steps
- 1Start by trimming the ends of the lemongrass stalks, then gently crush one of them using the back of a knife to release its flavor. Cut the lemongrass in half and place both halves at the bottom of a saucepan along with nam pla. Squeeze the juice from one lime into the saucepan before adding the squeezed lime halves. Arrange the shrimp on top, cover securely, and set the heat to medium-high. Allow it to cook for 5 to 10 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and become firm. Once done, take out the shrimp and refrigerate them until chilled.
- 2Prepare the lemongrass stalk by peeling off the tough outer layers and finely chop the soft core, yielding about a teaspoon or two. In a small saucepan, mix the minced lemongrass with chile, coconut milk, sugar, and saffron over low heat. Stir occasionally until the mixture turns into a consistent yellow color. Take out the chile and let the mixture cool down. Cut up the remaining lime into wedges for serving later on.
Cultural note
The Lemongrass-Coconut Steamed Shrimp Dish originates from Southeast Asian cuisine, where lemongrass and coconut are commonly used ingredients. It showcases the vibrant flavors and aromatic herbs typical of the region.
Seasonal note
This Lemongrass-Coconut Steamed Shrimp Dish is best enjoyed in the summer when lemongrass and limes are in season, offering the freshest flavors to the dish.
Health note
This dish is a good source of protein, providing 23g per serving. It is also rich in healthy fats from coconut milk and shrimp, but be mindful of the cholesterol content, which is 172mg per serving.
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