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Spicy Shrimp Stir Fry
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 pound of shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup of snap peas
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon of fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup of soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons of chili garlic sauce
- 1 tablespoon of honey
- 1 tablespoon of cornstarch
- 1/4 cup of water
- Cooked rice, for serving
- Sesame seeds and green onions, for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup of water and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch until smooth. Set aside.
- In another bowl, mix 1/4 cup of soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of chili garlic sauce, and 1 tablespoon of honey. Set aside.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat.
- Add the shrimp and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet. Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the sliced red and yellow bell peppers, and snap peas to the skillet. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet. Pour the soy sauce and chili garlic sauce mixture over the shrimp and vegetables. Stir to coat everything evenly.
- Give the cornstarch mixture a quick stir and then pour it into the skillet. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and serve the spicy shrimp stir fry over cooked rice.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving.
Shrimp Stir Fry with spicy chili sauce has a rich history rooted in Asian culinary traditions. This dish originated in the Sichuan province of China, known for its bold and fiery flavors. Renowned chefs in Sichuan, such as Chef Chen Kenmin, have perfected the art of incorporating spicy chili sauce into stir-fried dishes, creating a harmonious balance of heat and savory flavors. Today, this delectable dish can be found in top-notch Chinese restaurants worldwide, with notable variations in Thailand and Malaysia. The key to a perfect Shrimp Stir Fry with spicy chili sauce lies in the quality of fresh shrimp and the precise blend of fiery chili sauce, soy sauce, and aromatic spices. For an alternative twist, some chefs incorporate Szechuan peppercorns to add a numbing sensation that complements the heat of the chili sauce. When prepared with skill and finesse, this dish delivers a tantalizing explosion of flavors that is sure to satisfy any spice enthusiast's cravings. For the best version of this dish, seek out authentic Chinese restaurants with a focus on Sichuan cuisine, where talented chefs uphold the time-honored tradition of creating unforgettable Shrimp Stir Fry with spicy chili sauce.
25 min
4
320 calories
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