Shrimp and Snow Peas in Black Beans Sauce
Dive into the sensational flavors of this Shrimp and Snow Peas in Black Bean Sauce recipe, a quick and vibrant stir-fry perfect for busy weeknights! Succulent shrimp and crisp-tender snow peas are tossed in a bold, umami-rich sauce made with fermented black beans, soy sauce, and a hint of ginger and garlic for aromatic depth. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is a perfect balance of fresh, savory, and slightly sweet. The cornstarch slurry creates a silky sauce that clings to every bite, while sliced green onions add a final pop of flavor and color. Serve this restaurant-quality meal over steamed jasmine rice or noodles for an irresistibly satisfying dinner. Whether you’re a fan of classic Chinese-inspired cuisine or simply love quick and easy seafood recipes, this dish will become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 200 grams Snow peas (trimmed)
- 2 tablespoons Fermented black beans
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Ginger (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Oyster sauce
- 2 teaspoons Cornstarch
- 60 milliliters Water
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 2 stalks Green onion (sliced)
Instructions
Rinse the shrimp and pat them dry with paper towels. Set aside.
In a small bowl, soak the fermented black beans in a bit of water for 2-3 minutes. Drain and roughly chop them. Set aside.
In another small bowl, mix the soy sauce, oyster sauce, water, and sugar. Set the sauce mixture aside.
In a separate small bowl, dissolve the cornstarch in 2 teaspoons of water to create a slurry. Set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and are just cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the minced garlic, ginger, and chopped fermented black beans. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the snow peas to the skillet and stir-fry for 2 minutes until they are bright green and slightly tender-crisp.
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, and pour in the prepared sauce mixture. Stir everything together for 1 minute to coat.
Add the cornstarch slurry to the skillet, stirring continuously, until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
Remove the skillet from heat, garnish with sliced green onions, and serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
935 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.6 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 879 mg | 293% | |
| Sodium | 4459 mg | 194% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.9 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.0 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.6 g | ||
| Protein | 125.0 g | 250% | |
| Vitamin D | 20.1 mcg | 101% | |
| Calcium | 311 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 2138 mg | 45% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
