Mandarin Shrimp Recipe

Name: Mandarin Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 Tbsp. oil; 1 1/2 lb. raw, peeled shrimp; 1 clove garlic, minced; 8 oz. fresh mushrooms, sliced; 1 (5 oz.) can sliced water chestnuts; 1 chicken bouillon cube; 1 c. water; 1/4 tsp. ground ginger; 2 Tbsp. cornstarch; 1/2 c. water; 2 tsp. soy sauce; cooked rice (white or brown); sliced green onion (for garnish)

Servings: persons

3 Tbsp. oil
1 1/2 lb. raw, peeled shrimp
1 clove garlic, minced
8 oz. fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 (5 oz.) can sliced water chestnuts
1 chicken bouillon cube
1 c. water
1/4 tsp. ground ginger
2 Tbsp. cornstarch
1/2 c. water
2 tsp. soy sauce
cooked rice (white or brown)
sliced green onion (for garnish)

1
Heat oil in a frying pan and saute shrimp about 3 minutes, until pink.
2
Remove from the pan and set aside.
3
Add garlic to the pan and saute a minute or two.
4
Add mushrooms, sauteing 2 minutes longer.
5
Add water chestnuts, bouillon cube, 1 cup water and ginger.
6
Simmer 10 minutes.
7
Make a paste of cornstarch and water. Add soy sauce and pour into the pan.
8
Return the shrimp to the pan and heat until nicely thickened.
9
Serve over rice.
10
Sprinkle with green onion.

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* 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

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 Tbsp. oil, 1 1/2 lb. raw, peeled shrimp, 1 clove garlic, minced, 8 oz. fresh mushrooms, sliced, and more.

Yes, Mandarin 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mandarin Shrimp

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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