Shrimp in Black Bean Sauce Recipe

Name: Shrimp in Black Bean Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds shelled and deveined medium shrimp; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 2 tablespoons peanut oil; One 2-inch piece of ginger, peeled and julienned, plus 1 1/2 tablespoons minced ginger; 8 scallions, white and light green parts only, cut into 1 1/2-inch lengths; 1/4 teaspoon hot chili oil; 2 1/2 tablespoons Chinese black beans, rinsed and coarsely chopped; 1/4 cup soy sauce; 1/3 cup water; 1 tablespoon rice vinegar; White rice, for serving

Servings: persons

1 1/2 pounds shelled and deveined medium shrimp
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons peanut oil
One 2-inch piece of ginger, peeled and julienned, plus 1 1/2 tablespoons minced ginger
8 scallions, white and light green parts only, cut into 1 1/2-inch lengths
1/4 teaspoon hot chili oil
2 1/2 tablespoons Chinese black beans, rinsed and coarsely chopped
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/3 cup water
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
White rice, for serving

1
In a medium bowl, toss the shrimp with the cornstarch.
2
In a wok, heat the peanut oil until shimmering.
3
Add the minced ginger, half of the scallions and the chili oil and stir-fry over high heat for 30 seconds.
4
Add the shrimp and julienned ginger; stir-fry for 1 minute.
5
Add the remaining scallions and the black beans.
6
Stir in the soy, water and vinegar.
7
Simmer until the sauce is slightly thickened, about 2 minutes.
8
Serve with white rice.

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 pounds shelled and deveined medium shrimp, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 2 tablespoons peanut oil, One 2-inch piece of ginger, peeled and julienned, plus 1 1/2 tablespoons minced ginger, and more.

Yes, Shrimp in Black Bean Sauce 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.

Shrimp in Black Bean Sauce

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