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Shrimp stir-fried with ginger and garlic, China

Shrimp stir-fried with ginger and garlic, China

Stir-fried shrimp, or "Xiā", is a popular Chinese New Year dish, symbolizing happiness and joy.
Their quick preparation and their spicy flavors make them a must for Chinese festivals but can also be prepared for any occasion at home. This recipe is naturally gluten-free if you use the appropriate soy sauce.

Preparation time 10 mins
Cooking time 10 mins
Total time 20 mins
Difficulty: beginner
Servings: 4
Ingredients
    For the shrimp
  • 500 g fresh or frozen shrimp, peeled (with tail)
  • 2 Tbsp of vegetable oil or sesame oil.
  • 3 cloves of garlic, finely chopped.
  • 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger.
  • 2 green onions, finely chopped.
    • For the sauce
  • 2 tbsp tamari sauce (gluten-free)
  • 1 Tbsp of rice vinegar.
  • 1 tsp honey or brown sugar.
  • 1 pinch of white pepper.
    • For decoration
  • Grilled sesame seeds. (Optional)
  • Lemon or lime washers. (Optional)
Preparation
  1. 1
    1- Prepare the shrimp
    • If the shrimp are frozen, defrost them first and pat dry with absorbent paper.
    • Remove the dorsal vein if necessary.
  2. 2
    2- Prepare the sauce

    In a small bowl, combine tamari sauce, rice vinegar, honey or brown sugar, and white pepper. Reserve.

  3. 3
    3- Cooking shrimp
    • Heat the oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
    • Add the garlic and ginger and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
    • Add the shrimp and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes, until they turn pink and opaque.
    • Pour the sauce over the shrimp and toss well to coat. Cook for another 1 to 2 minutes so that the sauce reduces slightly.
  4. 4
    4- Serve
    • Remove the shrimp from the heat and sprinkle them with chopped green onions.
    • If desired, add toasted sesame seeds and serve with lemon slices.
Tags: Chinese shrimp, ginger shrimp, Chinese new year shrimp
Read it online: https://glutenevasion.fr/recette/crevettes-sautees-au-gingembre-et-a-lail-chine/