Ingredients
- 500g fresh shrimp (choose live shrimp with shiny shells and heads firmly attached)
- Marinade for shrimp:
- 500ml filtered water
- 1 tablespoon white wine (or rice wine)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon minced ginger (or a few slices of fresh ginger)
- Optional seasonings for steaming:
- Lemon leaves, lemongrass, ginger, scallions
- Salt and pepper or dipping sauce of your choice
Instructions
- Prepare the shrimp: Rinse the shrimp under running water to remove any dirt and impurities. Cut off the shrimp’s whiskers, legs, and sharp ends (if desired). Using scissors, make a light slit along the back of the shrimp to allow better absorption of marinade and removal of the black vein (intestine).
- Marinate the shrimp: In a large bowl, mix 500ml of filtered water with 1 tablespoon of white wine, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of minced ginger. Soak the shrimp in this mixture for about 10-15 minutes. Do not over-soak to prevent the shrimp from losing moisture and becoming less fresh. After marinating, drain the shrimp and pat them dry with a paper towel.
- Steam the shrimp: Prepare the steamer by lining the bottom with a few slices of lemongrass, ginger, or lemon leaves to infuse flavor. Arrange the shrimp on the steamer basket and sprinkle with additional scallions or shredded ginger. Steam the shrimp for 5-7 minutes (depending on their size) over medium heat. When the shrimp turn bright red, with shiny shells and firm flesh, they are ready. Avoid over-steaming to prevent toughness.
- Serve: Place the steamed shrimp on a plate and garnish with herbs or scallions for a beautiful presentation. Serve with a dipping sauce of your choice, such as salted lemon pepper, ginger fish sauce, or any other sauce you prefer. Perfectly steamed shrimp will have a bright red color, firm and sweet flesh, and a delightful aroma, free from any fishy odor.
Tips for Perfect Steamed Shrimp
- Choose live shrimp to ensure sweetness and firm texture.
- If you don’t have white wine, you can substitute beer for marinating the shrimp, which also effectively removes the fishy odor.
- For a brighter red color, lightly brush the shrimp shells with a thin layer of oil after marinating and before steaming.
- Steam the shrimp just until cooked to retain their tenderness and sweetness. Over-steaming will make them dry and tough.
With this simple marinating step before steaming, you’ll achieve delicious, flavorful, and visually appealing steamed shrimp, completely free from any fishy odor. Impress your family with this delightful seafood treat!
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