This time, you won’t want to miss this dish that goes perfectly with a big bowl of rice at lunchtime. It’s my husband’s favorite—and definitely mine, too. Made with shrimp and fresh star fruit, it’s a delicious, refreshing dish. The simple ingredients and unique flavor combination are sure to win you over.
Shrimp Cooked with Star Fruit
Fresh shrimp combined with fresh star fruit is a great way to enjoy a healthy, fresh, and incredibly delicious meal at lunchtime. This dish often becomes our go-to when my husband and I are unsure what to eat. As a result, shrimp is a simple yet elegant option for a special meal.
Known as “asam udang goreng” (fried shrimp with tamarind), I’ve previously made a fresh, raw version of asam udang without cooking it. Of course, this is different—this type of asam udang is stir-fried, with the star fruit and other ingredients cooked in the stir-fry, resulting in a distinct flavor. Curious about the taste? Let’s take a look at the step-by-step preparation process.
Ingredients
300 grams of shrimp
11 star fruits
2 cloves of red onion
2 cloves of garlic
10 bird’s eye chilies
4 kaffir lime leaves
¼ teaspoon of salt
1 stalk of lemongrass
Preparation Instructions
Soak the shrimp in salt for about 2 to 5 minutes, then prepare the shallots and garlic, and crush them until they are slightly coarse.
Next, boil the star fruit and chili peppers in boiling water until tender.
Add them to the previously crushed spices and blend until the star fruit is completely broken down.
Sauté the blended mixture until it releases a fragrant aroma.
Then add the lemongrass and kaffir lime leaves. Cook until the liquid has reduced, add the shrimp, and cook until done. Don’t forget to adjust the seasoning; once it’s just right, it’s ready to serve.
Result and Serving Suggestions
Serve on a serving plate, then pair with white rice. You’ll enjoy a delicious sour shrimp stir-fry. The flavor is truly unique—sour, sweet, and savory from the shrimp. I intentionally didn’t add any flavor enhancer because the shrimp already has a natural umami taste.
This is my family’s favorite dish—it’s truly delicious. With its authentic flavor, it’s sure to be a hit and perfect for lunch. I guarantee this dish will have you polishing off plenty of rice—it’s that good.
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