Ingredients for Chinese Stir Fried Curried Shrimp
- Medium Shrimp
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Sherry Wine
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- Vegetable Stock
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How to Make Chinese Stir Fried Curried Shrimp
- Peel and devein 1 pound of shrimp.
- Cut 1 medium onion in half, then thinly slice.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons cornstarch, 1/4 cup water, 1 tablespoon sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to form a smooth paste. Set aside.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add 1/2 teaspoon salt, then add the shrimp. Stir-fry for 1 minute.
- Sprinkle shrimp with 1 tablespoon dry sherry.
- Continue stir-frying until the shrimp turn pink (about 2-3 minutes).
- Remove shrimp from the pan and set aside.
- Add 2 tablespoons of curry powder to the pan. Stir for 30 seconds over low heat.
- Add the sliced onions and stir-fry until the curry aroma becomes fragrant (about 2-3 minutes).
- Return the shrimp to the pan.
- Stir in 1/2 cup chicken stock or water.
- Bring to a simmer, then cook, stirring constantly, until the onions soften (about 2 minutes).
- Gradually whisk in the cornstarch paste, stirring until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
- Serve immediately over steamed rice, if desired. Garnish with chopped green onions, if desired.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
39 g
Sugar
7g
Fat
5g
Carbs
2g
