Vietnamese Caramelized Garlic Prawns (Tôm Rim)
Ingredients
1 lb prawns (peeled and deveined)
4 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
6 cloves garlic (minced)
2-3 red chilies (sliced, adjust for spice level)
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce
Juice of 1 lime
Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Steamed white rice (for serving)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Caramel Sauce
Make Caramel: In a pan, heat sugar over medium-low heat. Stir continuously until it melts and turns a golden brown color. Be careful not to burn it.
2. Sauté Aromatics
Add Oil: Once the caramel is ready, carefully add vegetable oil to the pan.
Cook Garlic and Chilies: Add minced garlic and sliced chilies, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Cook the Prawns
Add Prawns: Stir in the prawns and cook until they turn pink and opaque, about 3-5 minutes.
Season: Add fish sauce, soy sauce, and lime juice. Stir well to coat the prawns in the glaze.
4. Serve
Plate the Dish: Serve the prawns hot, garnished with fresh cilantro over a bed of steamed white rice.
Tips
Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently.
Variations: Add vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas for extra nutrition.
Serving Suggestion: Enjoy with lime wedges for an extra burst of flavor!
Enjoy your flavorful Vietnamese Caramelized Garlic Prawns (Tôm Rim)! 🦐🍚