Rau Ngót Nấu Tôm
Rau Ngót Nấu Tôm is a vibrant and nutritious Vietnamese side dish featuring tender water spinach cooked with succulent shrimp. This dish balances flavors and textures, making it a delightful addition to any meal.

15 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Vietnamese
150 kcal
Ingredients
- Water spinach (Rau Ngót) - 200 grams
- Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 150 grams
- Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
- Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon
- Fish sauce - 1 tablespoon
- Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
- Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
- Water - 200 milliliters
Steps
- Wash the water spinach thoroughly and cut it into 5 cm lengths.
- In a pan over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the pan and cook for about 3-4 minutes until they turn pink and are cooked through.
- Pour in 200 milliliters of water, followed by 1 tablespoon of fish sauce, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then add the water spinach.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the water spinach is wilted but still vibrant green.
- Remove from heat and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Calories: 150
- Protein: 25 g
- Carbs: 6 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
- Total Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Water: 0.2 L
Health Benefits
- Rich in vitamins A and C, promoting healthy skin and immune function.
- High in protein from shrimp, supporting muscle health.
Tags
VietnameseHealthySide Dish