Cantonese Shrimp And Snow Peas Recipe | Asian Recipes
How to prepare "cantonese shrimp and snow peas"
cantonese shrimp and snow peas
1 1/2 pounds frozen peeled, raw shrimp
1 1/2 teaspoons chicken stock base
1 cup boiling water
1/4 cup thinly sliced scallion
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground ginger, or less
dash of pepper
1 (6 ounce) package frozen chinese pea pods, thawed
1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon soy sauce
thaw shrimp. dissolve chicken stock base in boiling water. in a skillet cook onion, garlic and shrimp in oil for 3 minutes, stirring frequently. if necessary, add a little of the chicken broth to prevent sticking. stir in salt, ginger, pepper, pea pods and chicken broth. cover and simmer 5 to 7 minutes longer or until peas are tender but still slightly crisp.
dissolve cornstarch in a little water. add cornstarch mixture to shrimp and cook until thick and clear, stirring constantly. season with soy sauce.
serves 6.
