
Oil-Braised Shrimp
A classic Chinese seafood dish featuring tender shrimp braised in a rich and savory sauce, perfect for family dinners.
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Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined, tails on)
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic (sliced)
- 1 small piece ginger (sliced)
- 2 stalks green onions (cut into sections)
- 2 tbsp light soy sauce
- 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cooking wine
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp white pepper
- 1/2 cup water
Steps
- Clean shrimp, pat dry with paper towels.
- Heat oil in a wok, sauté garlic, ginger, and green onions until fragrant.
- Add shrimp and pan-fry until both sides turn pink.
- Pour in light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, cooking wine, sugar, salt, white pepper, and water. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 5 minutes.
- Uncover, increase heat to reduce the sauce, stirring until shrimp are evenly coated.
Tips
Avoid high heat during braising to prevent overcooking. Adjust sauce sweetness and saltiness to taste. Fresh shrimp enhances flavor.