Braised Shrimp with Garlic

Braised Shrimp with Garlic is a succulent Chinese seafood dish that highlights the rich flavors of fresh shrimp combined with aromatic garlic and fragrant herbs. This dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion, offering a delightful taste of the sea.

Ingredients

• Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 300 grams
• Garlic (minced) - 5 cloves
• Ginger (minced) - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce - 3 tablespoons
• Rice wine (Shaoxing wine) - 2 tablespoons
• Chicken broth - 150 milliliters
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Green onions (chopped) - 2 stalks
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon
• Black pepper - to taste
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and ginger, sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
2. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink.
3. Pour in the soy sauce, rice wine, chicken broth, and sugar. Stir to combine.
4. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it braise for 10-15 minutes.
5. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir in chopped green onions and sesame oil before serving.
6. Serve hot, garnished with additional green onions if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 7 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 200 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle building and repair.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids which can promote heart health.

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