Mướp Xào Tôm

Mướp Xào Tôm is a vibrant Vietnamese dish featuring tender loofah squash stir-fried with succulent shrimp, creating a perfect harmony of flavors and textures. This low-carb side dish is not only delicious but also a healthy addition to any meal.

Ingredients

• Loofah squash - 300 grams, peeled and sliced
• Shrimp - 200 grams, peeled and deveined
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Shallots - 2, thinly sliced
• Fish sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Chili pepper - 1, sliced (optional)
• Cilantro - for garnish

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add minced garlic and sliced shallots, sautéing until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
3. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until they turn pink, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Stir in the sliced loofah squash and cook for another 5-7 minutes until tender but still crisp.
5. Season with fish sauce, black pepper, and salt to taste.
6. If desired, add sliced chili pepper for a bit of heat.
7. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 22 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 6 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Low in calories and carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.
• Shrimp is a great source of protein and essential nutrients.

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