Easy Shrimp Recipes | How To Make Fresh Shrimp Food Cambodian style

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: tofu

Chicken or tofu can provide a more affordable protein option.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce is a common substitute for those avoiding fish.

kaffir lime leaves

🥗Healthier: lime zest

💰Cheaper: lemon zest

Lime or lemon zest can mimic the citrus flavor.

Prepare shrimp by cleaning and deveining them.

Blend coconut milk, lemongrass, ginger, garlic, turmeric, and fish sauce until smooth.

Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the blended mixture.

Cook for 5-7 minutes until fragrant and slightly thickened.

Add shrimp to the skillet and stir to coat with the sauce.

Cook shrimp until they turn pink, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in sugar, salt, and lime juice to taste.

Add chopped basil and coriander, and mix well.

Transfer the mixture to a steaming dish or bowl.

Cover with banana leaves or foil and steam for 15-20 minutes.

Serve hot, garnished with green onions and red chili.

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