TAMARIND-HONEY SHRIMP

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COOKING TIME INCLUDES MARINATING TIME! After looking at a lot of similar recipes, I combined all my favorite flavors into one sweet glaze. The recipe was developed for shrimp, but it can be used on boneless chicken or tofu for a vegetarian option.

Provided by Jostlori

Categories     Asian

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 shrimp, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons tamarind paste
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar, unseasoned
1 tablespoon ginger juice or 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, minced
1 tablespoon garlic, finely minced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon cornstarch
sesame oil
12 jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined

Steps:

  • Combine first 7 ingredients in a non-reactive bowl, mix well.
  • Add cornstarch and whisk until no lumps remain.
  • Add shrimp to mixture and marinate for one hour.
  • In a non-stick pan, add a bit of sesame oil, just enough to coat lightly, and heat.
  • Add shrimp and cook for three minutes until shrimp is just done, but not overcooked.
  • Serve immediately over basmati rice, pouring sauce over shrimp.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318.7, Fat 1.8, SaturatedFat 0.2, Cholesterol 211.7, Sodium 2967.9, Carbohydrate 50.6, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 42, Protein 27.4

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