Thai Sticky Shrimp With Coconut Rice 🍤🍚
Description:
Indulge in a burst of flavors with this delectable Thai Sticky Shrimp With Coconut Rice recipe! Perfect for those seeking a break from ordinary meals, this dish tantalizes your taste buds with its fusion of Thai and Asian influences, delivering a delightful culinary experience in under 30 minutes!
Recipe Category: One Dish Meal
Keywords: Rice, Coconut, Fruit, Nuts, Thai, Asian, < 30 Mins, Stove Top, Easy
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 512
- Fat Content: 1.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.5g
- Cholesterol Content: 220.9mg
- Sodium Content: 1271.1mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 92.7g
- Fiber Content: 3.9g
- Sugar Content: 35.3g
- Protein Content: 30.6g
Ingredients:
| Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Reduced-fat coconut milk | 1 can (14 oz) |
| Short-grain rice | 1 1/4 cups |
| Red grapefruits | 2 |
| Brown sugar | 1/2 cup |
| Cornstarch | 1/4 cup |
| Soy sauce | 2 tbsp |
| Rice vinegar | 2 tbsp |
| Fresh ginger | 1 tbsp, minced |
| Shrimp | 1 lb |
Instructions:
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Prepare Coconut Rice:
- In a 4-quart saucepan, combine the reduced-fat coconut milk, short-grain rice, and 3/4 cup of water.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
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Simmer Rice:
- Reduce the heat, cover the saucepan, and let it simmer for 15 minutes until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
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Prep Grapefruit:
- Meanwhile, prepare the grapefruits by cutting off the peel and membrane.
- Cut between the fruit and membrane to release the segments into a bowl.
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Prepare Sticky Shrimp Sauce:
- In a 12-inch skillet, mix together the brown sugar and cornstarch.
- Add soy sauce, rice vinegar, and minced fresh ginger to the skillet.
- Stir the mixture over high heat until it comes to a boil.
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Cook Shrimp:
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and stir-fry until they turn opaque, approximately 3 minutes.
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Incorporate Grapefruit:
- Add the prepared grapefruit segments to the skillet with the shrimp.
- Heat through until the flavors meld together beautifully.
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Serve:
- Divide the cooked coconut rice equally among 4 plates, creating a mound in the center.
- Spoon the sticky shrimp and grapefruit mixture generously over the rice.
Indulge in the sensational blend of flavors and textures as you savor each mouthful of this Thai-inspired culinary masterpiece! Whether it’s a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this dish is sure to impress with its vibrant taste and simplicity of preparation. Enjoy the exotic essence of Thailand right in the comfort of your own kitchen! 🌴🍤
