An intense-flavored recipe with oriental touches, perfect for sharing. Made with shrimp, garlic, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and a splash of liquor to enhance the umami.
The preparation is simple and quick, ideal for a special dinner or an appetizer. You can serve them with white rice, noodles, or as part of a more elaborate dish with vegetables.
The key lies in cooking the shrimp in a hot wok or pan and adding the sauces at the right moment to preserve their flavor and texture. The final touch of cilantro or chives decorates the dish and adds freshness.
It's a recipe that combines traditional flavors with Asian influences, perfect for surprising your guests or enjoying with family.
Garlic Shrimp
Ingredients
400 grams of Peeled shrimp
5 Chopped garlic cloves
2 tablespoons of Vegetable oil
1 tablespoon of Soy sauce
1 tablespoon of Oyster sauce
½ teaspoon of Sugar
1 A splash of rice wine
1 teaspoon of Cornstarch
2 tablespoons of Water
Chopped chives
Red chili slices
Preparation
Step 1 : If the shrimp are frozen, completely thaw them and dry with paper towels.
Step 2 : To enhance their flavor, you can marinate them for about 10 minutes with salt, pepper, and a few drops of soy sauce.
Step 3 : In a skillet or wok, heat oil over medium heat and add the chopped garlic, along with the chili if using.
Step 4 : Sauté gently, stirring carefully, until the garlic starts to turn golden without burning.
Step 5 : Then, slightly increase the heat and add the shrimp, cooking for 1 to 2 minutes on each side.
Step 6 : The shrimp should change color and be almost ready at this point.
Step 7 : In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and rice wine or sherry, stirring well until combined.
Step 8 : Add this mixture to the shrimp in the pan, stirring to coat well.
Step 9 : Dissolve the cornstarch in a little cold water and pour into the pan, cooking for an additional minute until the sauce thickens and slightly reduces.
Step 10 : Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped chives or cilantro.
Step 11 : Finally, serve the hot shrimp, accompanied by white rice or stir-fried noodles, enjoying their intense and exotic flavor.
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