Stink Beans with Shrimp

Stink beans with shrimp

Sataw (stink beans)

Despite their strong, peculiar smell, stink beans—or sataw—are popular in south Thailand, where they grow profusely in the hot, humid climate. When sataw are cooked with shrimp and red curry paste, another abundant food source in the region, the result is a popular and healthy Thai dish. Recipe Servings: Serves 4

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

15 minutes

Total Time

25 minutes

Vegetarian

Vegan

Gluten Free

Dairy Free

Kosher

Halal

Ingredients

1 cup (170 g) sataw (stink beans) 2 Tbsp (30 ml) coconut oil 1 Tbsp (15 ml) red curry paste 2 Tbsp (30 ml) water 1 cup (325 g) shrimp, shelled and cubed 1 Tbsp (15 ml) fish sauce 1 tsp (5 ml) salt 1 tsp (5 ml) sugar

Directions

Thaw stink beans and break in half.
Heat oil on medium-high. Fry curry paste for 2 minutes.
Add beans and water. Coat with paste and cook for 2 minutes.
Add shrimp and mix well. Cook for 2 more minutes.
Add fish sauce, salt, and sugar. Cook for 5 more minutes. Don’t overcook shrimp.
Serve with steamed rice.