Delicious Vietnamese-inspired Coconut Caramel Shrimp Tom Rim Recipe

Enjoy the flavors of Vietnam with this unique shrimp dish that combines the savory taste of shrimp with the sweetness of coconut caramel. This recipe is perfect for a special dinner or a unique twist on your regular shrimp dishes.

Ingredients

• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/4 cup coconut milk
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 shallot, minced
• 1/4 cup fish sauce
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions for garnish

Directions

1. In a bowl, marinate the shrimp with garlic, shallots, fish sauce, and black pepper for 30 minutes.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
3. Add sugar to the skillet and let it caramelize until it turns golden brown.
4. Add coconut milk to the caramel and stir until well combined.
5. Add the marinated shrimp to the skillet and cook until the shrimp turns pink and is cooked through.
6. Serve the shrimp over rice and garnish with chopped green onions.

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