Shrimp with Garlic Sauce Recipe

Name: Shrimp with Garlic Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups canola oil; 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1/2 cup cornstarch; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce; 1 tablespoon rice vinegar; 1 cup vegetable broth; 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch; 2 tablespoons canola oil; 1/2 medium onion, sliced; 3 tablespoons chopped garlic; 1 tablespoon chopped ginger; 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped; 2 cups broccoli florets, blanched; 1 (8-ounce) can water chestnuts, drained; 4 cups cooked white rice, for serving

Servings: persons

2 cups canola oil
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 cup cornstarch
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 cup vegetable broth
1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons canola oil
1/2 medium onion, sliced
3 tablespoons chopped garlic
1 tablespoon chopped ginger
1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
2 cups broccoli florets, blanched
1 (8-ounce) can water chestnuts, drained
4 cups cooked white rice, for serving

1
For the shrimp: Heat the oil until it reaches 360 degrees F in wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
2
Dredge the raw shrimp in the cornstarch.
3
Fry in batches, so as not to overcrowd the pan, until their exteriors crisp up, about 4 to 5 minutes.
4
With a slotted spoon, remove the shrimp from the oil and put them onto a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
5
For the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, soy sauce, vinegar, vegetable broth and cornstarch.
6
Set the bowl aside.
7
Heat the canola oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.
8
Add the onions, garlic and ginger and stir-fry for 30 seconds.
9
Add the bell pepper and cook for another 30 seconds.
10
Pour in the prepared sauce and cook until the sauce thickens.
11
Stir in the broccoli and water chestnuts and cook for 1 minute, then add the shrimp and fry for 1 minute more.
12
Transfer the shrimp with garlic sauce to a serving bowl and serve hot with cooked rice.

2097

kcal

Calories

130

Fat

189

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups canola oil, 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined, 1/2 cup cornstarch, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Shrimp with Garlic 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 with Garlic Sauce

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