Cơm Tôm Chay Nướng

Cơm Tôm Chay Nướng is a delightful vegetarian Vietnamese rice dish that features marinated and grilled plant-based shrimp, served over fragrant jasmine rice. This dish is not only flavorful but also packed with nutrients, making it a satisfying meal for all.

Ingredients

• Jasmine rice - 150 grams
• Vegetarian shrimp (made from konjac or soy) - 200 grams
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
• Fresh ginger (grated) - 1 teaspoon
• Chili powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh cilantro (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Cucumber (sliced) - 1/2 medium
• Carrot (julienned) - 1 medium
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then cook it according to package instructions.
2. In a bowl, combine soy sauce, lime juice, minced garlic, grated ginger, chili powder, and vegetable oil to create a marinade.
3. Add the vegetarian shrimp to the marinade and let it sit for at least 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
4. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat.
5. Grill the marinated vegetarian shrimp for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally until they have grill marks and are heated through.
6. Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. To serve, place a portion of jasmine rice on each plate, top with grilled vegetarian shrimp, and garnish with chopped cilantro and sesame seeds.
8. Add cucumber slices and julienned carrots on the side for a fresh crunch.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 9 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from vegetarian shrimp.
• Contains vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.

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