Gỏi Tôm Bắp Cải

Step 1

Combine sugar and 7 Tbsp. warm water in a small bowl and whisk until sugar is dissolved. Stir in chiles, garlic, lime juice, and fish sauce. Set nuóc cham aside.

Step 2

Bring coconut milk, 1 tsp. salt, and ½ cup water to a simmer in a small saucepan over medium heat. Remove from heat and add shrimp. Cover and let sit until shrimp are opaque and pink, about 4 minutes. Drain and chill until ready to use.

Step 3

Toss cabbage, carrots, onion, cilantro, and mint in a large bowl. Pour half of reserved nuóc cham over and gently massage into vegetables until evenly distributed. Top with chilled shrimp, fried shallots, and peanuts. Serve with remaining nuóc cham alongside.Do ahead: Nuóc cham can be made 1 week ahead. Cover and chill.