Cantonese Shrimp & Snow Peas
Cantonese Shrimp & Snow Peas
1 1/2 lb frozen peeled, raw shrimp
1 1/2 tpss chicken stock base
1 cup boiling water
1/4 cup thinly sliced scallion
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 tps vegetable oil
1/2 tps salt
1 tps ground ginger, or less
Dash of pepper
1 (6 ounce) package frozen Chinese pea pods, thawed
1 1/2 Tbspcornstarch
1 tablespoon soy sauce
Thaw shrimp
Dissolve chicken stock base in boiling water
In a skillet cook onion, garlic & shrimp in oil for 3 min, stirring frequently
If necessary, add a little of the chicken broth to prevent sticking
Stir in salt, ginger, pepper, pea pods & chicken broth
Cover & simmer 5 to 7 min longer or until peas are tender but still slightly crisp
Dissolve cornstarch in a little water
Add cornstarch mixture to shrimp & cook until thick & clear, stirring constantly
Season with soy sauce
Serves 6
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