Try this delicious shrimp and sour star fruit stir-fry recipe for a mouthwatering summer treat.
1. Ingredients
– 200g fresh shrimp
– 1 sour star fruit
– Dried and fresh onions, a few kaffir lime leaves
– Salt, seasoning powder, pepper, sugar, fish sauce, cooking oil
Tips for choosing fresh and delicious shrimp
Look for shrimp with a natural, uniform color and no strange odors.
The tails of fresh shrimp will curl slightly, and when touched, they will feel firm. Avoid shrimp with soft, limp tails as these are signs of spoilage.
Avoid shrimp with overly stretched backs and separated segments, as they may have been treated with chemicals and are not safe for consumption.
Tips for choosing ripe and tasty star fruit
Select star fruit that is just ripe, crisp, and free from bruises or dark spots.
Avoid overripe star fruit as it tends to fall apart during cooking.
2. Prepare the ingredients
– Remove the shrimp’s whiskers and rinse them in diluted salt water. Drain and marinate with a pinch of salt.
– Wash the star fruit, trim the edges, and slice it into thin pieces. Finely chop the chili and kaffir lime leaves. Peel and slice the onions.
3. Cooking instructions
– Heat oil in a pan and add the sliced onions. Fry until fragrant and slightly golden.
– Add the star fruit and sauté for about 3 minutes over medium heat.
– Toss in the shrimp and season with a small spoonful of fish sauce, half a teaspoon of seasoning powder, and half a teaspoon of sugar (adjust the seasoning to your taste).
– Continue cooking until the fish sauce reduces and the shrimp turn red. Then, turn off the heat and sprinkle kaffir lime leaves and pepper on top.
4. Final Result
With just a few minutes of preparation and cooking, you’ve got yourself a delicious addition to your summer family meals.
The shrimp, seasoned with just the right amount of salt and sweetness, pairs perfectly with the sour star fruit. The sourness of the fruit balances out the savory flavors, creating a harmonious taste that’s not overly acidic.