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Tôm Rim (Vietnamese Caramelized Shrimp)

Delicious Tôm Rim: Quick Vietnamese Caramelized Shrimp Delight

Tôm Rim is a quick and flavorful Vietnamese caramelized shrimp dish perfect for any dinner occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 lb Shrimp, deveined and butterflied Brings a fresh, flavorful punch.
For the Marinade
  • 1/2 Onion, diced Adds natural sweetness and depth.
  • 3-4 Green Onions White parts chopped and green parts sliced separately.
  • 1 tbsp Dark Soy Sauce Gives the dish its rich, salty essence.
  • 1 1/2 tbsp Fish Sauce Crucial for umami depth.
  • 1 1/2 tbsp Brown Sugar Balances saltiness with sweetness.
  • 1 tsp Chicken Bouillon Enhances overall flavor.
  • A dash Black Pepper Introduces subtle heat.
For Cooking
  • 2 tbsp Veggie Oil Prevents sticking during cooking.
  • 1 Birdseye Chili, sliced Contributes a kick of heat.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

How to Make Tôm Rim
  1. Butterfly the shrimp by gently cutting along the back and removing the digestive vein.
  2. In a bowl, combine the diced onion, chopped green onions, dark soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, chicken bouillon, and a dash of black pepper.
  3. Add the butterflied shrimp into the marinade, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Let sit for about 5-10 minutes.
  4. In a skillet, heat the veggie oil over medium-high heat until it's shimmering.
  5. Add the marinated shrimp to the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes or until they turn pink.
  6. Stir in the sliced birdseye chili in the last minute of cooking, then remove the skillet from heat.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 1100mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with additional sliced green onions for a fresh touch.

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