Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1 lb

large shrimp

peeled and deveined

2 unit

garlic cloves

finely minced

1 tbsp

sugar

2 tbsp

fish sauce

1 tsp

lime zest

finely minced

4 unit

lemongrass

1 tbsp

peanut oil

0.75 cup

beer

0.5 unit

limes or lemon

halves

Step 1
~6 min

In a bowl, combine minced garlic, sugar, fish sauce, and lime zest.

Step 2
~6 min

Finely mince the tender centers of lemongrass stalks and add to the marinade.

Step 3
~6 min

Add shrimp to the marinade, mix well, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Step 4
~6 min

Heat peanut oil in a wok until smoking.

Step 5
~6 min

Add shrimp and marinade to the wok and stir-fry until shrimp turns pink (2-3 minutes).

Step 6
~6 min

Pour beer into the wok, cover, and steam on high heat for 6-8 minutes, until shrimp is cooked through.

Step 7
~6 min

Remove shrimp with a slotted spoon.

Step 8
~6 min

Serve immediately with lemon or lime halves, if desired.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust sugar and fish sauce to taste.

Serve with rice or noodles.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Marinade can be made ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve over rice or noodles.

Serve with a side of stir-fried vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Steamed rice
Stir-fried vegetables

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southeast Asia

Cultural Significance

Common street food in Southeast Asia.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

60/100

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