Exquisite Honey Ginger Shrimp Stir-Fry
Experience the harmonious blend of flavors in this sensational dish. Succulent shrimp marinated in a mixture of fragrant honey, sherry, soy sauce, five-spice powder, garlic, and ginger. Stir-fried to perfection and glazed with a syrupy reduction. A true delight for the senses.
Ingredients
For Shrimp | |
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| 500 | g shrimp, peeled and deveined |
| 3 | tablespoons peanut oil, divided |
| 2 | tablespoons liquid honey |
| 4 | tablespoons dry sherry |
| 2 | tablespoons dark soy sauce |
| 1 | teaspoon Chinese five spice powder |
| 2 | garlic, finely chopped |
| 2 1⁄2 | cm fresh ginger, peeled and grated |
| 2 | tablespoons water |
Instructions
For Marinating Shrimp | |
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| 1. | Combine 1 1/2 tablespoons of oil, honey, sherry, soy sauce, five-spice powder, garlic, and ginger in a bowl. |
| 2. | Add the shrimp, ensuring they are coated evenly with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least an hour or up to 8 hours. |
| 3. | Remove the shrimp from the marinade, keeping the marinade aside. |
For Stir-Frying | |
| 1. | Heat a wok over high heat until smoking, then add the remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons of oil. |
| 2. | After a few seconds, add the shrimp and stir-fry for about a minute until pink. |
| 3. | Pour in the reserved marinade and water. Cook briskly, stirring constantly for approximately two minutes. |
| 4. | Remove the shrimp from the wok and continue cooking the sauce until it reduces and thickens, for about a minute. |
| 5. | Serve the sauce over the shrimp. |
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 460.1 kcal |
| Protein | 36.2 g |
| Fat | 22.8 g |
| Carbohydrates | 22.4 g |
| Fiber | 0.2 g |
| Sugar | 17.8 g |
Published on Aug 12, 2024 by Luminița