Hot And Sour Shrimp Recipe

Name: Hot And Sour Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. large uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined; 4 Tbsp. dry sherry; 1 Tbsp. grated fresh ginger; 1/2 c. chicken broth; 2 Tbsp. soy sauce; 2 Tbsp. catsup; 1 Tbsp. cornstarch; 1 Tbsp. rice vinegar or white vinegar; 1 Tbsp. sugar; 1 tsp. Oriental sesame oil; 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper; 6 tsp. peanut oil; 2 Tbsp. chopped walnuts; 3 bunches watercress, trimmed, or 1 bunch spinach; 2 medium red bell peppers, cut in 1-inch squares; 2 gloves garlic, minced; 8 green onions, cut in 1-inch diagonals

Servings: persons

1 lb. large uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
4 Tbsp. dry sherry
1 Tbsp. grated fresh ginger
1/2 c. chicken broth
2 Tbsp. soy sauce
2 Tbsp. catsup
1 Tbsp. cornstarch
1 Tbsp. rice vinegar or white vinegar
1 Tbsp. sugar
1 tsp. Oriental sesame oil
1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
6 tsp. peanut oil
2 Tbsp. chopped walnuts
3 bunches watercress, trimmed, or 1 bunch spinach
2 medium red bell peppers, cut in 1-inch squares
2 gloves garlic, minced
8 green onions, cut in 1-inch diagonals

1
Combine shrimp, 2 tablespoons sherry and ginger in bowl. Marinate 30 minutes.
2
Mix remaining sherry, chicken broth, soy sauce, catsup, cornstarch, vinegar, sugar, sesame oil and cayenne pepper in small bowl.
3
Heat 2 teaspoons oil in wok or heavy skillet over high heat.
4
Add walnuts; stir-fry 1 minute and transfer to plate, using slotted spoon.
5
Add watercress and stir-fry until wilted, about 1 minute.
6
Divide among plates.
7
Add 2 teaspoons oil, peppers and garlic to wok and stir-fry 1 minute. Add remaining 2 teaspoons oil, shrimp mixture and onions. Stir-fry 1 minute or until shrimp is pink.
8
Stir in stock mixture; cook until sauce is thick and clear, stirring frequently, about 2 minutes.
9
Spoon sauce and shrimp over watercress.
10
Sprinkle with walnuts.
11
Makes 4 servings, about 256 calories per serving.

485

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb. large uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined, 4 Tbsp. dry sherry, 1 Tbsp. grated fresh ginger, 1/2 c. chicken broth, and more.

Yes, Hot And Sour Shrimp 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.

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Hot And Sour Shrimp

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