Spicy Tamarind Shrimp Recipe | Epicurious

Ingredients

• 1 3-inch block tamarind with seeds,* cut into 4 pieces
• 12 uncooked large shrimp
• 1/3 cup chopped shallots
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/4 cup chicken broth or water
• 2 1/2 tablespoons fish sauce (nam pla or nuoc nam)*
• 2 tablespoons Chinese rice wine or dry Sherry
• 1 1/2 tablespoons (packed) light brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1/2 small onion, cut into thin wedges
• 2 green onions, cut into 2-inch lengths
• 1 jalapeño chile, cut into thin rings
• Chopped fresh cilantro