Stir-fried Orange and Sesame Shrimp Recipe

Name: Stir-fried Orange and Sesame Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 1/2 tablespoons sesame seeds white or/and black; 2 large egg whites; 4 tablespoons cornstarch; 1/4 teaspoon salt or more to taste; 1 x black pepper freshly ground, to taste; 1 pound shrimp raw, peeled and deveined, about 23 shrimps per pound; 1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil divided; 3/4 cup orange juice; 4 1/2 tablespoons sherry wine dry; 1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce, tamari; 1 teaspoon honey or sugar; 2 each scallions, spring or green onions thinly sliced

Servings: persons

3 1/2 tablespoons sesame seeds white or/and black
2 large egg whites
4 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt or more to taste
1 x black pepper freshly ground, to taste
1 pound shrimp raw, peeled and deveined, about 23 shrimps per pound
1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil divided
3/4 cup orange juice
4 1/2 tablespoons sherry wine dry
1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce, tamari
1 teaspoon honey or sugar
2 each scallions, spring or green onions thinly sliced

1
Mix together sesame seeds, egg whites, cornstarch, salt and pepper in a large bowl and whisk until well combined.
2
Gently toss in shrimp until evenly coated.
3
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
4
Stir in half the shrimp and cook until golden, about 2 minutes per side.
5
Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
6
Repeat with the remaining 1/2 tablespoon oil and the rest of the shrimp.
7
Stir in orange juice, sherry, soy sauce and sugar to the pan.
8
Bring to a boil and cook, stirring often, until slightly thickened and the volume has been reduced into half, about 5 minutes.
9
Bring the shrimp back to the pan and stir to evenly coat with the sauce.
10
Top with sliced scallion.
11
Serve warm with steamed or stir-fried rice.

423

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* 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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 1/2 tablespoons sesame seeds white or/and black, 2 large egg whites, 4 tablespoons cornstarch, 1/4 teaspoon salt or more to taste, and more.

Yes, Stir-fried Orange and Sesame 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.

Stir-fried Orange and Sesame Shrimp

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