Cantonese Style Shrimp

Cantonese Style Shrimp features succulent shrimp stir-fried in a savory sauce that balances sweet and salty flavors, making it an irresistible appetizer. This gluten-free dish is both vibrant and satisfying, perfect for any occasion.

Cantonese Style Shrimp
20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Chinese
250 kcal

Ingredients

  • Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 300 grams
  • Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
  • Ginger (minced) - 1 teaspoon
  • Green onions (sliced) - 2 stalks
  • Bell pepper (sliced) - 1/2 medium
  • Carrot (julienned) - 1 small
  • Coconut aminos - 3 tablespoons
  • Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Rice vinegar - 1 teaspoon
  • Honey - 1 teaspoon
  • Cornstarch - 1 teaspoon
  • Water - 50 milliliters
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste
  • Cooking oil (for frying) - 2 tablespoons

Steps

  1. In a small bowl, mix coconut aminos, rice vinegar, honey, cornstarch, and water to create a sauce. Set aside.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add minced garlic and ginger to the skillet, sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they turn pink and opaque.
  5. Add the sliced bell pepper and julienned carrot to the skillet, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
  6. Pour the prepared sauce into the skillet and stir to coat the shrimp and vegetables evenly. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Stir in the sliced green onions and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  8. Remove from heat and serve hot, garnished with additional green onions if desired.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 250
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Carbs: 15 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 500 mg
  • Cholesterol: 200 mg
  • Total Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Water: 0.15 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in protein, supporting muscle health and repair.
  • Contains antioxidants from vegetables, promoting overall health.

Tags

ChineseGluten-FreeAppetizer