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Sichuan Shrimp Stir Fry: A Spicy Home-Cooked Adventure

Sichuan Shrimp Stir Fry is a quick, flavorful dish packed with spice and crunch, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Large shrimp fresh or frozen, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
For the Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Chili paste
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Bell peppers mix of colors
  • 1 cup Snap peas
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger grated
For Serving
  • 3 cups Cooked rice to serve
  • 1 cup Chopped scallions for garnish

Equipment

  • Wok or Skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Pat the large shrimp dry with paper towels. Heat a tablespoon of oil in a large wok over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they turn pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
  2. In the same wok, add another tablespoon of oil if needed, then toss in garlic and ginger. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add bell peppers and snap peas, cooking for 3-4 minutes until tender yet still crisp.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, chili paste, sesame oil, and cornstarch with a few tablespoons of water. Pour this sauce into the wok with vegetables, stirring continuously for 1-2 minutes until it thickens slightly.
  4. Return the cooked shrimp to the wok, folding them into the sauce and vegetables. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until warmed through and coated with sauce.
  5. Transfer Sichuan Shrimp Stir Fry to a serving platter and serve hot over cooked rice. Garnish with chopped scallions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Enjoy fresh for the best flavor, can store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days.

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