Craving a vibrant, flavorful, and healthy meal that's ready in under 30 minutes? Look no further than this delightful stir-fry featuring succulent shrimp and a medley of crisp-tender vegetables. This recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner, a light lunch, or even a satisfying weekend treat. The combination of juicy shrimp and colorful vegetables offers a delightful textural and taste experience, leaving you feeling satisfied without the heaviness of richer dishes. We've carefully selected vegetables that complement the shrimp beautifully, creating a harmonious blend of flavors and nutrients.
This recipe is surprisingly easy to follow, even for beginner cooks. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we guide you through each step of creating this stunning Stir-fried Mixed Vegetables with Shrimp. Ready to dive in? Let's get started with the simple, yet incredibly effective, step-by-step instructions below!
Tools Needed
- wok or large pan
- knife
- cutting board
Ingredients
- Peas: 150 grams
- Roasted beans
- Young corns: 6
- Broccoli: half a head
- Cauliflower: half a head
- Carrots: 100 grams
- Celery: 100 grams
- Tomatoes: 2
- Wood ear mushrooms
- Chinese garlic: 10 cloves
- Fresh shrimp: 200 grams
- Sugar: 1 tablespoon
- Mushroom seasoning powder: 1 teaspoon
- Oyster sauce: 2 tablespoons
- White soy sauce: 1 tablespoon
- Seasoning sauce: 1 tablespoon
- Ground pepper: 1 teaspoon
- Water: 100 ml
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1. Prep the Ingredients
- Pick peas, remove husks from roasted beans, peel and cut young corns into pieces, cut broccoli and cauliflower into pieces, cut carrots and celery into strips.
- Wash and cut tomatoes into pieces.
- Wash all vegetables with clean water and drain.
- Pound and finely chop the garlic.
- Mix sugar, mushroom seasoning powder, oyster sauce, white soy sauce, and seasoning sauce.
Step 2. Stir-fry the Shrimp and Vegetables
- Heat oil in a wok or pan, add chopped garlic and stir-fry until fragrant (use low heat).
- Add fresh shrimp and stir-fry until cooked. Adjust heat to medium.
- Add all vegetables except wood ear mushrooms and tomatoes.
- Add water, close the lid and steam for 2-3 minutes for even cooking.
- Add wood ear mushrooms and tomatoes.
- Add the mixed vegetable stir-fry sauce and ground pepper. Stir-fry well.
Step 3. Make the Sauce
- Mix sugar, mushroom seasoning powder, oyster sauce, white soy sauce, and seasoning sauce.
Step 4. Serve
- Serve hot.
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Tips
- Eat with hot rice!
- Add tomatoes and wood ear mushrooms at the last step.
- Use low heat when stir-frying garlic.
Nutrition
- N/A
FAQs
1. Can I use frozen shrimp instead of fresh?
Yes! Just be sure to thaw them completely and pat them dry before cooking to prevent them from steaming instead of stir-frying.
2. What vegetables can I substitute?
Feel free to swap out vegetables based on your preference and what's in season. Broccoli, bell peppers, snow peas, and mushrooms are all great options.
This vibrant shrimp and vegetable stir-fry is a testament to the fact that healthy eating doesn't have to be complicated. Enjoy the satisfying flavors and textures of this quick and easy meal, perfect for any occasion. We hope you'll add this delicious recipe to your regular cooking rotation!