Get ready to transform your kitchen into a sizzling Chinese restaurant with this mouthwatering Shanghai Shrimp Stir Fry that promises to tantalize your taste buds and impress even the most discerning food critics. In less time than it takes to order takeout, you'll create a restaurant-worthy dish bursting with vibrant colors, bold flavors, and perfectly cooked shrimp that will make your dinner guests wonder if a professional chef secretly invaded your kitchen!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Chinese
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, carrots)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- Cooked rice for serving
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients. Ensure the shrimp is peeled and deveined, and the mixed vegetables are washed and cut into bite-sized pieces. Mince the garlic and set it aside.
- In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir well to create the sauce mixture and set aside.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Allow the oil to get hot but not smoking.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds, or until fragrant. Be careful not to let it burn.
- Once the garlic is fragrant, add the shrimp to the skillet. Cook the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until they turn pink and opaque.
- Next, add the mixed vegetables to the skillet. Stir-fry the vegetables with the shrimp for about 4-5 minutes, or until they are tender-crisp.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the shrimp and vegetables. Stir well to coat everything evenly and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Once everything is well combined and heated through, taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Remove the skillet from heat and serve the Shanghai Shrimp Stir Fry over cooked rice. Enjoy your delicious meal!
Tips
- Prep is Key: Have all ingredients chopped and ready before you start cooking. Stir-frying moves quickly, so mise en place is crucial.
- High Heat is Essential: Use a wok or large skillet and ensure it's hot before adding ingredients to achieve that classic wok-seared flavor and prevent soggy vegetables.
- Don't Overcook Shrimp: Watch your shrimp carefully - they only need 2-3 minutes to turn pink and become opaque. Overcooked shrimp become rubbery and tough.
- Vegetable Variety: Feel free to swap in your favorite vegetables, but keep them similar in size for even cooking.
- Sauce Balance: Taste and adjust your sauce before final cooking. The right balance of soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil is key to authentic flavor.
- Serve Immediately: Stir-fry tastes best when served hot and fresh, so have your rice ready and plate immediately after cooking.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 456kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 240mg
