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Preparation
15 minutes
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Cooking
15 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Scampi is a type of seafood that is nutritious, delicious, and a “signature dish” for many people. Steamed scampi with lemongrass is an extremely easy dish to make, with quick preparation time for a weekend gathering. Let’s get cooking right away!
Ingredients for Steamed Scampi with Lemongrass Serves 4
Scampi 1 kg Lemongrass 6 stalks Calamondin 2 fruits Chili 2 fruits Condensed milk 1/2 tablespoon Common seasonings a little (sugar/ ground pepper/ MSG/ salt)
How to choose fresh and delicious scampi
- The best and highest quality scampi are those that are still alive and moving. Avoid buying those that have stopped moving or look weak.
- Choose scampi with bright shells, and when you hold them, they should feel heavy.
- You can also choose scampi by flipping them over; if you see a pinkish-red streak on their belly, this scampi will have roe and will have a rich, aromatic flavor.
- For frozen scampi, you should buy from reputable stores or supermarkets, ensuring clear origin.
How to prepare Steamed Scampi with Lemongrass
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Prepare the scampi and the ingredients
Put the scampi in a basket and place it under a strong water stream, shaking the scampi for about 10 minutes to clean it.
Wash the chili and cut it diagonally. Take 4 stalks of lemongrass, smash them, then shred them and put them in the steamer, while cutting the remaining 2 stalks into thin slices.
Tip: The scampi has a hard and sharp shell, so be careful when washing it!
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Steam the scampi with lemongrass
Place a layer of smashed and shredded lemongrass at the bottom, then pour the scampi on top. Add a little lemongrass on top to make the scampi more fragrant, and pour in 2 tablespoons of water to prevent burning during steaming.
Cover with a lid and turn on medium heat to steam for about 15 minutes; when you see the scampi turn orange-red, it is done.
Tip: You can use a steamer for more convenient steaming of the scampi.
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Making dipping sauce
Squeeze the calamondin to extract the juice, discarding the seeds.
Mix the dipping sauce with 1 tablespoon of calamondin juice, 1 tablespoon of sliced lemongrass, 2 diagonal-cut chili peppers, 1 tablespoon of salt, 1/2 tablespoon of ground pepper, 1 teaspoon of monosodium glutamate, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and 1/2 tablespoon of condensed milk. Stir well, and adjust the seasoning of the dipping sauce to taste.
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Finished product
The mantis shrimp is steamed just right, with a characteristic rich aroma and the fragrance of lemongrass. Dipping it in the spicy and sour dipping sauce is a perfect choice for the family’s weekend gathering.
Tips for peeling mantis shrimp without cutting your hands
- Use scissors to cut along both sides of the mantis shrimp
- Then, peel off the shell underneath the belly, and you can gently separate the meat of the mantis shrimp to eat without worrying about the sharp shell cutting your hands.
Hope that with the recipe shared by Điện máy XANH today, you can successfully make steamed mantis shrimp with lemongrass that is delicious and easy to make. Wishing you success!
*Refer to the recipe and images from the YouTube channel Mai Hương Cuisine
