Stir-fried prawns with ginger and garlic, China

Stir-fried shrimp, or "Xiā," is a popular dish during the Chinese New Year, symbolizing happiness and joy.
Its quick preparation and vibrant flavor make it a staple of Chinese celebrations, but it can also be prepared at home for any occasion. This recipe is naturally gluten-free if you use the appropriate soy sauce.

Preparation time: 10 minutes

Cooking time: 10 minutes

Total time 20 minutes

Difficulty: Beginner

Servings: 4

Special diet: suitable for gluten-free diet

Ingredients

For the shrimp

500g of fresh or frozen, peeled shrimp (with tails)
2 tablespoons of vegetable oil or sesame oil.
3 cloves of garlic, finely chopped.
1 tbsp grated fresh ginger.
2 finely chopped green onions.

For the sauce

2 tbsp tamari sauce (gluten-free)
1 tbsp of rice vinegar.
1 tsp of honey or brown sugar.
1 pinch of white pepper.

For the decorations

Toasted sesame seeds. (Optional)
Lemon or lime slices. (Optional)

Preparation

1
1. Prepare the shrimp
- If the shrimp are frozen, defrost them beforehand and pat them dry with paper towels.
- Remove the dorsal vein if necessary.
2
2. Prepare the sauce
In a small bowl, combine the tamari sauce, rice vinegar, honey or brown sugar, and white pepper. Set aside.
3
3- Cooking the shrimp
- Heat the oil in a wok or large frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Add the garlic and ginger and fry until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the shrimp and stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes, until they turn pink and opaque.
- Pour the sauce over the shrimp and mix well to coat them. Cook for another 1 to 2 minutes so the sauce reduces slightly.
4
4. Serve
- Remove the shrimp from the heat and sprinkle with chopped green onions.
- If desired, add toasted sesame seeds and serve with lemon slices.

Keywords: Chinese shrimp, ginger shrimp, Chinese New Year shrimp

Read it online: https://glutenevasion.fr/recette/crevettes-sautees-au-gingembre-et-a-lail-chine/