Basic Stir Fried Shrimp Recipe

Summary

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Ingredients

 Shrimp1⁄2 Pound
 Cornstarch2 Teaspoon
 Sherry1 Tablespoon
 Salt1⁄2 Teaspoon
 Vegetables1 Pound
 Garlic1 Clove (5 gm)
 Fresh root ginger2 Slices
 Cornstarch1 Tablespoon
 Water2 Tablespoon
 Oil1 1⁄2 Tablespoon
 Oil2 Tablespoon
 Stock1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs)

Directions

1. Shell and devein shrimp. Combine cornstarch, sherry and salt; add to shrimp and toss to coat.
2. Slice or dice vegetables. Crush garlic. Mince ginger root. Blend remaining cornstarch and cold water to a paste.
3. Heat oil. Brown garlic lightly. Add shrimp and stir-fry until pink (2 to 3 minutes). Remove from pan.
4. Heat remaining oil. Add ginger root; stir-fry a few times. Then add vegetables; and stir-fry briefly to coat with oil.
5. Stir in and heat stock quickly. Then cook, covered, over medium heat, until nearly done.
6. Return shrimp, stir-frying to reheat. Then stir in cornstarch paste to thicken.
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