Spicy Sambal Shrimp

Spicy Sambal Shrimp
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    33 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 13 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    24

Dive into a vibrant and fiery culinary experience with our Spicy Sambal Shrimp. This dish features succulent shrimp, perfectly pan-seared and infused with the rich, complex flavors of sambal oelek, creating a tantalizing balance of heat and savory goodness.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    94 g
  • Cholesterol
    158 mg
  • Fiber
    4 g
  • Protein
    20 g
  • Saturated Fat
    12 g
  • Sodium
    430 mg
  • Sugar
    6 g
  • Fat
    20 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 12 mins Thaw Shrimp: Place shrimp in a large bowl of cold water until fully thawed. (10-15 minutes)

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Recipe View 45 mins Prepare Garlic Butter: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt 1/2 cup (1 stick) of butter in 15-second intervals until fully melted. (30 seconds - 1 minute). Stir in minced garlic and half of the lemon juice.

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Recipe View 5 mins Sauté Onions: Melt 1 1/2 teaspoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 8 mins Cook Shrimp: Add the thawed shrimp, garlic butter mixture, and sambal oelek to the skillet. Cook, stirring frequently, until the garlic is fragrant and the shrimp are pink and cooked through. (7-8 minutes)

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Recipe View 15 mins Cook Rice: In a saucepan, bring water and sushi rice to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and water is absorbed. (15 minutes). Remove from heat and let stand, covered, until all liquid has been absorbed. (10 minutes)

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Recipe View 10 mins Serve: Serve the spicy sambal shrimp over a bed of fluffy sushi rice. Drizzle with the remaining lemon juice and garnish with freshly sliced green onions.

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a splash of fish sauce or a dash of soy sauce to the shrimp while cooking.
Adjust the amount of sambal oelek to suit your preferred spice level. Start with less and add more to taste.
If you don't have sushi rice, medium-grain rice can be substituted.
Garnish with sesame seeds for added texture and visual appeal.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.3/ 5 ( 8 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Chad Ryan

    This recipe is amazing! The shrimp were so flavorful, and the rice was the perfect complement.

  • Darron Streich

    I made this last night, and it was a huge hit! I added a little ginger to the garlic butter for an extra kick.

  • Alberta Ziemann

    Easy to follow and delicious! I appreciate the tips for adjusting the spice.

  • Jordane Abbott

    The spice level was just right for me. I will definitely be making this again!

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