Sautéed shrimp with onions

In the rich landscape of Cambodian cuisine, each dish is a story told through exotic aromas, spicy flavors and delicate textures. Among these delights is an often overlooked treasure: sautéed shrimp with onions.
At the heart of this recipe lies the simplicity and balance of the ingredients. Shrimp, jewels of the sea, are treated with respect and cooked to perfection to reveal their natural tenderness. Combined with caramelized onions and grated ginger, they dance in a symphony of flavors, each bite an invitation to explore the depths of Cambodian cuisine.
Soy sauce, a humble ingredient, acts as the glue that binds these elements, bringing umami depth and an echo of tradition to every moment. Sprinkled with fresh chives and black sesame seeds, sautéed shrimp with onions become a work of culinary art, a canvas where colors and flavors intertwine to create an unforgettable taste experience.
Served with Cambodian rice, these shrimp capture the very essence of the country’s cuisine, where meals are more than simple acts of eating, but moments of sharing, conviviality and celebration.
Through this recipe, we are invited to travel to the heart of Cambodian culture, to explore its culinary traditions and to savor every moment with gratitude. Because in every dish, in every mouthful, there is a story, a tradition, a collective memory that transcends borders and unites hearts around the table.
May these sautéed shrimp with onions remind us of the beauty of simplicity, the richness of tradition and the magic of culinary discovery. On each plate, an invitation to explore, savor and celebrate the diversity of our gastronomic world.
These sautéed shrimp with onions are delicious and can be paired with other traditional Cambodian dishes to create a complete and flavorful meal.

Prep Time10 min
Cook Time15 min
Total Time25 min
number of persons4

Cuisine
- seafood
type of dishes
- main course
Cooking Method
- wok

Ingredients

20 nice shrimps
2 Onions, sliced
2 cm ginger, peeled and grated
2 tbsp oil
1 tbsp soy sauce
Chives sprigs, thinly sliced
1 tbsp black sesame seeds
Cambodian rice, to serve

Method

Preparing the mango sauce

Peel and finely slice the onions. Grate the ginger. Slice the chives. Reserve each ingredient separately.

In a wok or large skillet, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté until translucent and starting to brown, about 5 minutes. Remove the onions from the wok and reserve them in a bowl.

In the same wok, add the rest of the oil. Add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink and opaque, about 2 to 3 minutes per side.

Add the grated ginger and reserved onions to the wok with the shrimp. Pour the soy sauce over the shrimp and toss gently to coat all the ingredients. Let it simmer for a few seconds so the flavors blend.

Sprinkle the shrimp with chopped chives and black sesame seeds. Stir lightly to distribute the toppings. Serve immediately with hot Cambodian rice.

Congratulations ! You have just completed an exquisite culinary journey through the captivating flavors of Cambodia. The sautéed shrimp with onions, with its perfect balance of ingredients and explosion of tastes, transported your taste buds to a world of exotic delights.
May this gastronomic experience inspire you to continue exploring the riches of Cambodian cuisine and to share these culinary treasures with your loved ones. Each dish is an invitation to discovery, conviviality and the sharing of precious moments around the table.
We hope this recipe has given you an authentic taste of Cambodian culture and helped you create unforgettable memories in your kitchen. Continue to venture, experiment and savor the wonders the culinary world has to offer.
On to the next taste adventure, where new flavors, new horizons and new pleasures await you. Enjoy your meal and see you soon for new culinary discoveries!