Cantonese Shrimp And Green Beans Recipe

Name: Cantonese Shrimp And Green Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lb. frozen large, raw shrimp, deveined; 1 1/4 c. boiling water; 3 Tbsp. oil; 1 clove garlic, peeled and crushed or 1/8 tsp. garlic powder; 1/2 tsp. ground ginger or 1/2 tsp. minced fresh ginger; 1 (9 oz.) pkg. frozen cut green beans; 1 Tbsp. cold water; 1 1/2 tsp. instant chicken bouillon; 1/4 c. slant sliced green onions; 1 tsp. salt; dash of pepper; 1 Tbsp. cornstarch

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lb. frozen large, raw shrimp, deveined
1 1/4 c. boiling water
3 Tbsp. oil
1 clove garlic, peeled and crushed or 1/8 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 tsp. ground ginger or 1/2 tsp. minced fresh ginger
1 (9 oz.) pkg. frozen cut green beans
1 Tbsp. cold water
1 1/2 tsp. instant chicken bouillon
1/4 c. slant sliced green onions
1 tsp. salt
dash of pepper
1 Tbsp. cornstarch

1
Thaw frozen shrimp.
2
Dissolve instant bouillon in boiling water.
3
Heat oil in a deep skillet.
4
Cook onions, garlic and shrimp in hot oil over medium heat for 3 minutes, stirring frequently.
5
Stir in salt, ginger, pepper and green beans.
6
Mix well, then cover.
7
Let simmer for 5 to 8 minutes until beans are crisp cooked.
8
Stir cornstarch in cold water.
9
Add to shrimp mixture.
10
Cook, stirring constantly, until thick and clear. Serves 6.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lb. frozen large, raw shrimp, deveined, 1 1/4 c. boiling water, 3 Tbsp. oil, 1 clove garlic, peeled and crushed or 1/8 tsp. garlic powder, and more.

Yes, Cantonese Shrimp And Green Beans falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cantonese Shrimp And Green Beans

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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