Discover the authentic Chinese Shrimp Stir Fry recipe in just 15 minutes! This quick, easy, and delicious dish features succulent shrimp coated in a delightful soy, ginger, and garlic sauce.
INGREDIENTS FOR CHINESE SHRIMP STIR FRY
- Oyster sauce and soy sauce
- Cilantro
- Cornstarch
- Shrimp
- Cooking oil
- Green onions
- Garlic cloves
- Grated ginger
How To Make This Shrimp Stir Fry Recipe – Step By Step
- In a small bowl, mix oyster sauce, soy sauce, and cilantro. Set aside.
- Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. In a medium bowl, coat shrimp with cornstarch by tossing.
- Heat a wok or large sauté pan over high heat. Add half of the cooking oil and coat the pan’s bottom. Once the wok is very hot, add the shrimp in a single layer and cook one side until nicely seared, about 1 minute. Flip and sear the other side for about 1 more minute. Shrimp doesn’t need to be fully cooked yet. Place them on a plate and set aside.
- Reduce the heat to medium, allowing the wok to cool slightly to avoid burning the aromatics. Add the remaining cooking oil and put in green onion, garlic, and ginger. Stir fry for a minute until fragrant. [If using other vegetables, like snow peas, add them to the wok and stir fry for a minute until the vegetables are bright and crisp-crunchy]
- Pour in the sauce mixture and return the shrimp to the pan. Stir fry for another minute or until the shrimp is fully cooked through. Serve immediately.
Top Tips For Chinese Shrimp Stir Fry
- Peel and devein the shrimp, optionally leaving the tails for a pleasing appearance.
- Ensure the shrimp is pat dry to help the coating adhere.
- Prepare all ingredients beforehand, as the cooking process will be fast-paced. Serve with rice.
FAQs
Is stir fry a healthy cooking method?
Yes, stir-frying preserves the nutrients in the ingredients due to its quick cooking time.
How can I make the stir fry less spicy?
If you prefer a milder taste, reduce the amount of ginger and garlic or skip the spicy sauces.
Can I make this dish ahead of time?
While it’s best to enjoy the stir fry fresh, you can prepare the ingredients in advance for quicker cooking.
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Easy Chinese Shrimp Stir Fry
Discover the authentic Chinese Shrimp Stir Fry recipe in just 15 minutes! This quick, easy, and delicious dish features succulent shrimp coated in a delightful soy, ginger, and garlic sauce.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp Oyster sauce
- 2 tbsp Soy sauce
- 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro minced (optional)
- 2 tsp Cornstarch
- 1 pound Shrimp peeled and deveined (tails left intact optional)
- 2 tbsp Cooking oil divided
- 3 Green onion chopped (white and light green parts)
- 2 to 3 Garlic cloves finely minced
- 2 tsp Grated fresh ginger use microplane grater
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix oyster sauce, soy sauce, and cilantro. Set aside.
- Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. In a medium bowl, coat shrimp with cornstarch by tossing.
- Heat a wok or large sauté pan over high heat. Add half of the cooking oil and coat the pan's bottom. Once the wok is very hot, add the shrimp in a single layer and cook one side until nicely seared, about 1 minute. Flip and sear the other side for about 1 more minute. Shrimp doesn't need to be fully cooked yet. Place them on a plate and set aside.
- Reduce the heat to medium, allowing the wok to cool slightly to avoid burning the aromatics. Add the remaining cooking oil and put in green onion, garlic, and ginger. Stir fry for a minute until fragrant. [If using other vegetables, like snow peas, add them to the wok and stir fry for a minute until the vegetables are bright and crisp-crunchy]
- Pour in the sauce mixture and return the shrimp to the pan. Stir fry for another minute or until the shrimp is fully cooked through. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Peel and devein the shrimp, optionally leaving the tails for a pleasing appearance.
- Ensure the shrimp is pat dry to help the coating adhere.
- Prepare all ingredients beforehand, as the cooking process will be fast-paced. Serve with rice.