Fiery Garlic Shrimp with Basil and Blistered Tomatoes
This Fiery Garlic Shrimp with Basil and Blistered Tomatoes is a vibrant, quick-cooking masterpiece that bursts with the bold, aromatic flavors characteristic of Thai cuisine. Plump shrimp are quickly seared to perfection, then tossed with an exhilarating blend of pungent garlic, sweet cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced onions, all brought together by a spicy, savory sauce. The fresh, peppery notes of Thai basil provide a fragrant counterpoint, while the blistered tomatoes add a delightful pop of sweetness and acidity. It's a dish that tantalizes the palate with its complex interplay of heat, tang, and umami, leaving a lasting impression of exotic delight.
Ingredients
- •1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- •4 cloves garlic, minced
- •1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- •1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
- •2 tablespoons fish sauce
- •1 tablespoon lime juice
- •1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- •1-2 bird's eye chilies, thinly sliced (adjust to taste)
- •1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- •1/2 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
- •Optional: Cooked jasmine rice for serving
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, combine fish sauce, lime juice, and sugar, whisk until sugar dissolves, set aside.
- 2
Heat vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add the shrimp and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and almost cooked through, then remove from the wok and set aside.
- 3
Add the minced garlic and sliced chilies to the hot wok. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- 4
Add the halved cherry tomatoes and thinly sliced red onion to the wok. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, allowing the tomatoes to blister slightly and the onions to soften.
- 5
Return the cooked shrimp to the wok. Pour in the prepared sauce mixture and toss everything together to coat evenly.
- 6
Add the fresh Thai basil leaves and stir-fry for another 30 seconds to 1 minute, just until the basil wilts and the shrimp are fully cooked through.
- 7
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more lime juice for tang or fish sauce for savoriness.
- 8
Serve immediately, ideally with optional cooked jasmine rice to soak up the delicious sauce.
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