Singapore-style black pepper shrimp
2 servings
25 minutes
Singapore-style black pepper shrimp is an exquisite dish reflecting the unique character of Singaporean cuisine, blending Malay, Chinese, and Indian traditions. It is renowned for its spiciness and depth of flavor achieved through a combination of aromatic black pepper, garlic, ginger, and chili peppers. Shrimp sautéed in butter acquire a tender texture and rich taste complemented by oyster and fish sauces, creating a rich umami-filled nuance. A garnish of fresh cilantro adds freshness and lightness to the dish. This dish is perfect for lovers of spicy seafood, and its quick preparation makes it an excellent choice for an Asian-style dinner.
1
First, prepare the shrimp: peel off the shells, remove the intestines. You can leave the tails for decoration.
- Shrimps: 12 pieces
2
Heat butter in a pan, sauté chopped garlic, onion (only the white part), and chopped ginger until fragrant, then add crushed black pepper and shrimp and cook on high heat for about two minutes. After that, add chopped chili pepper to the pan, sprinkle with sugar, pour in fish sauce and water, and cook for another three minutes.
- Butter: 50 g
- Garlic: 20 g
- Green onions: 1 bunch
- Ginger: 1 tablespoon
- Black peppercorns: 1 tablespoon
- Shrimps: 12 pieces
- Chili pepper: 1 piece
- Cane sugar: 1 teaspoon
- Fish sauce: 1 tablespoon
- Water: 100 ml
3
Place the shrimp with sauce in a deep dish, garnish with cilantro leaves, and serve immediately.
- Fresh cilantro (coriander): 2 stems