Shrimp (Prawn) San Choy Bau Recipe

Name: Shrimp (Prawn) San Choy Bau
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 iceberg lettuce; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons oyster sauce; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 500 g raw shrimp (prawn); 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 teaspoon sesame oil; 2 green onions, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, crushed; 1 piece fresh ginger, grated (1x2cm); 120 g drained water chestnuts, chopped; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh red chile; salt & freshly ground black pepper; 1 cup cold cooked white rice; 1 cup bean sprouts, tailed; 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 1/4 cup hoisin sauce

Servings: persons

1 iceberg lettuce
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
2 tablespoons lime juice
500 g raw shrimp (prawn)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon sesame oil
2 green onions, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 piece fresh ginger, grated (1x2cm)
120 g drained water chestnuts, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh red chile
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 cup cold cooked white rice
1 cup bean sprouts, tailed
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup hoisin sauce

1
Wash the lettuce and separate the leaves.
2
Shake off any excess water and dry thoroughly on paper towels.
3
Combine soy sauce, oyster sauce and lime juice in a small bowl.
4
Set aside until needed.
5
If the shrimp are large, cut into smaller pieces.
6
Heat a wok over high heat, add the vegetable and sesame oils and swirl to coat the side of the wok.
7
Add spring onion, garlic and ginger and cook for 30 seconds.
8
Add the shrimp meat, water chestnuts and chilli, season with salt and freshly ground black pepper and continue to stir-fry for 2 more minutes.
9
Add the rice, sprouts and cilantro and stir until combined.
10
Pour in the set-aside stir-fry sauce, toss briefly, then remove the wok from the heat.
11
Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl.
12
Place the dry lettuce cups on a plate.
13
Either fill the lettuce cups with the mixture yourself, or allow your guests to do so at the table.
14
Serve with hoisin sauce, to be drizzled over the top.

394

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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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 iceberg lettuce, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons oyster sauce, 2 tablespoons lime juice, and more.

Yes, Shrimp (Prawn) San Choy Bau 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!

Shrimp (Prawn) San Choy Bau

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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