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Vietnamese Lemongrass Shrimp Breakfast Bowl

Prep 20 min · Cook 20 min · Serves 5 · medium

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Vietnamese Lemongrass Shrimp Breakfast Bowl

A vibrant and aromatic Vietnamese-inspired breakfast bowl featuring tender lemongrass-marinated shrimp, fluffy jasmine rice, fresh herbs, and a tangy nuoc cham dressing.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp, large
  • 3 stalks lemongrass, minced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp fish sauce
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 3 cups jasmine rice, cooked
  • 1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 2 medium carrots, julienned
  • 1/2 cup mint leaves, chopped
  • 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup nuoc cham
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a medium bowl, combine the shrimp, lemongrass, garlic, fish sauce, lime juice, and brown sugar. Marinate for 15-20 minutes.

  2. 2

    Heat a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the marinated shrimp and stir-fry until opaque and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes.

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