Warm Lemongrass Shrimp Recipe

Experience the vibrant flavors of Southeast Asia with this quick and easy Warm Lemongrass Shrimp recipe! Perfectly cooked shrimp infused with fragrant lemongrass, garlic, and a touch of sweetness, served over delicious Vietnamese noodles (bun). This recipe is ready in under 30 minutes and is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a delightful weekend meal.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 202.9 kcal
Protein 49g
Rating 4.0 (2 Reviews)
Warm Lemongrass Shrimp

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Warm Lemongrass Shrimp

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How to Make Warm Lemongrass Shrimp

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over high heat.
  2. Add 2 minced shallots and 2 minced cloves of garlic. Stir-fry until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  3. Add 1 pound of shrimp and 2 stalks of lemongrass (finely chopped).
  4. Stir-fry for 2 minutes.
  5. Add 8 ounces of sliced mushrooms and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon of fish sauce, 1 teaspoon of sugar, and a pinch of salt.
  6. Continue stir-frying until the shrimp is pink and cooked through and the mushrooms are wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat and serve immediately over a bed of cooked bun (Vietnamese noodles). Garnish with fresh cilantro (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

6g

Fat

6g

Carbs

1g