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Instead of the usual stir-fries and braised dishes, you can switch things up with the trending recipe from Moc Restaurant: Flavorful salted shrimp that's incredibly simple to make!
Although Moc Restaurant specializes in hotpot, the other day when I visited, I couldn't resist picking at the plate of salted shrimp because it's irresistibly sweet, salty, and mouthwateringly delicious, not to mention its enticing aroma and crispiness surpassing the typical fried, braised, or stir-fried shrimp dishes.
Instead of preparing shrimp the usual way, why not try something different with intensely flavorful salted shrimp that complements rice perfectly.
After cleaning the prawns by removing the whiskers, peeling the shells, deveining, and rinsing thoroughly, drain them well. For the crispiest, golden shrimp, the staff at Quán Mộc recommends wiping them once before frying to remove excess moisture.
Cleaning the Prawns
While waiting for the prawns to drain, peel and finely chop the garlic. For those who enjoy spicy flavors, consider adding a spoonful of chili powder or finely chopped fresh chili. You can easily switch gears and make spicy salt and chili prawns!
Heat a pan with a bit of cooking oil, sauté half of the chopped garlic until fragrant. Then add the drained prawns and stir-fry quickly over high heat. Once the prawns are just cooked through, remove from heat.
Mince the garlic finely
After transferring the prawns, add the remaining half of the garlic to the pan and continue sautéing. Now, add chili powder/fresh chili (if available), salt, tempura flour, sugar, and chicken bouillon powder/seasoning powder to the pan with the garlic. Adjust the spiciness, sweetness, and saltiness to taste. Reduce the heat slightly and continue cooking.
Briefly stir-fry the prawns with half of the sautéed garlic until fragrant
Finally, once the mixture turns golden, add the partially cooked prawns to the pan. Keep the heat at medium, stirring constantly to allow the flavors to infuse into the prawns. When the prawns become firm and evenly coated with the golden brown seasoning, you can turn off the heat and get ready to serve!
Tips from Quán Mộc for delicious shrimp just like in the restaurant
This recipe, shared by the staff at Quán Mộc, has been simplified while still retaining its incredible taste and appeal. Although many traditional secrets have been omitted, the dish remains exceptionally tasty and satisfying. Mộc provided me with some pointers for making salted shrimp, which I believe are worth remembering:
Firstly, ensure the prawns are thoroughly dried after washing before frying.
Preparing the shrimp marinade
On the final step, when the shrimp is almost cooked through, add a splash of fish sauce for enhanced aroma. However, be cautious not to add it too early to avoid any unpleasant odor.
Lastly, this dish should be prepared last, just before serving, as salted shrimp should be eaten hot to fully enjoy its fragrant and crunchy taste.
This dish is best enjoyed when served hot.
Perhaps due to its slightly salty nature, this dish pairs exceptionally well with rice, and you might find yourself joyfully watching your family members finishing off every last grain from their plates with just one serving of shrimp!
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