Tôm Nấu Bia

Tôm Nấu Bia is a delightful Vietnamese seafood dish that features succulent shrimp simmered in a flavorful beer broth, infused with aromatic herbs and spices. This low-carb meal is perfect for seafood lovers seeking a light yet satisfying experience.

Tôm Nấu Bia
30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Vietnamese
280 kcal

Ingredients

  • Shrimp (large, peeled and deveined) - 300 grams
  • Beer (preferably light lager) - 200 ml
  • Garlic (minced) - 3 cloves
  • Shallots (finely chopped) - 2 medium
  • Green onions (chopped) - 2 stalks
  • Thai bird's eye chili (sliced) - 1 (optional, adjust for heat)
  • Fish sauce - 2 tablespoons
  • Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
  • Cilantro (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
  • Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste

Steps

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chopped shallots, sautéing until fragrant and translucent.
  2. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes until they turn pink.
  3. Pour in the beer and add fish sauce, lime juice, and sliced bird's eye chili. Stir well to combine.
  4. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for an additional 10-15 minutes until the shrimp are fully cooked and the sauce has thickened slightly.
  5. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Remove from heat.
  6. Garnish with chopped green onions and cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 280
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Carbs: 5 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Cholesterol: 200 mg
  • Total Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8.5 g
  • Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein, supporting muscle building and repair.
  • Low in carbs, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

Tags

VietnameseLow CarbSeafood Dish