Nyonya Sambal Goreng (Creamy Lemongrass Shrimp)

Char Ferrara
October 15, 2016
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1 tablespoon tamarind (assam)
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup raw cashew nuts
3 stalks lemongrass, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon belacan (shrimp paste), roasted
1/4 cup cooking oil
5 - 6 small shallots, thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 red chili
1 green chili
1 1/2 lbs shrimp, peeled, deveined, tail-on
1 cup of coconut milk mixed with 1/2 a cup of water
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
Soak the tamarind in water. Gently press with your fingers for a few seconds, then set aside. Roast the cashew nuts in a dry wok or frying pan until golden brown. Set aside. Put the sliced lemongrass and...
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Nutritions

Calories
472

Sodium
1929mg
80% DV

Fat
28g
44% DV

Protein
29g
59% DV

Carbs
16g
5% DV

Fiber
4g
17% DV

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38% DV

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