How long can I store leftovers?

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Can I make this ahead?

The rice and sauce can be made ahead, but cook shrimp just before serving for best texture.

Are there substitutions for tamarind paste?

You can substitute with a mix of lime juice and some sugar, but the flavor will vary slightly.

Is the dish very spicy?

The heat can be adjusted to your preference by using less chili paste.

How can I make this more vegetarian-friendly?

Substitute shrimp with tofu or tempeh, and use soy sauce instead of fish sauce.

Thai Spicy Tamarind Shrimp Stir Fry with Jasmine Rice

Name: Thai Spicy Tamarind Shrimp Stir Fry with Jasmine Rice
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Tamarind paste; Fish sauce; Brown sugar; Soy sauce; Chili paste or sriracha; Shrimp, peeled and deveined; Vegetable oil; Garlic, minced; Red bell pepper, sliced thin; Snap peas; Jasmine rice; Water; Green onions, sliced; Roasted peanuts, chopped; Fresh cilantro leaves

A fragrant and tangy shrimp dish perfect for an exotic dinner

Dive into this vibrant Thai dish featuring shrimp stir-fried in a spicy tamarind sauce, served over aromatic jasmine rice.

45 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

Tamarind Sauce

Tamarind paste

3 tablespoons

Fish sauce

2 tablespoons

Brown sugar

2 tablespoons

Soy sauce

1 tablespoon

Chili paste or sriracha

2 teaspoons

Stir Fry

Shrimp, peeled and deveined

1 pound

Vegetable oil

2 tablespoons

Garlic, minced

3 cloves

Red bell pepper, sliced thin

Snap peas

1 cup

Jasmine Rice

Jasmine rice

2 cups

Water

4 cups

Garnishing

Green onions, sliced

Roasted peanuts, chopped

2 tablespoons

Fresh cilantro leaves

Preparation

Preparing the Jasmine Rice

Rinse Rice

Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.

Boil Rice

Combine rice and water in a pot; bring to a boil.

Simmer Rice

Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until the water is absorbed.

Preparing the Tamarind Sauce

Mix Sauce

In a small bowl, whisk together tamarind paste, fish sauce, brown sugar, soy sauce, and chili paste.

Adjust Spiciness

Taste and adjust spiciness with more chili paste if desired.

Set Aside

Set aside the sauce for stir fry.

Chef’s Tip: Let the tamarind paste simmer fully to enhance its rich flavor.

Cooking Process

Sauté Vegetables

Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large pan and stir fry bell pepper and snap peas until tender-crisp.

Cook Shrimp

In the same pan, add the remaining oil. Add garlic and shrimp; stir fry until the shrimp turns pink.

⚠ Ensure shrimp are fully thawed and patted dry before cooking to avoid excess moisture. Pro Tip: Marinate shrimp in garlic and a bit of soy sauce for 10 minutes to deepen flavor.

Combine Sauce

Pour prepared tamarind sauce over the shrimp and vegetables, and toss to coat thoroughly.

Plating & Serving