Tasty Stir Fry Szechuan Prawns Shrimps
Dive into the bold, irresistible flavors of Tasty Stir Fry Szechuan Prawns Shrimps, a quick and vibrant dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. This recipe combines tender, crispy prawns or shrimps with colorful bell peppers, green beans, and onions, all infused with the fiery kick of Szechuan chili sauce and aromatic ginger and garlic. The stir-fried veggies and prawns are coated in a perfectly balanced sauce made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and a touch of sugar, creating a savory-sweet harmony with just the right amount of heat. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish offers restaurant-quality Szechuan flavors in your own kitchen. Serve it over steamed rice or noodles and garnish with fresh scallions for an unforgettable meal that's as visually appealing as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams large prawns or shrimps, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger
- 4 pieces dried red chilies, deseeded (optional)
- 1 large bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 medium sliced onion
- 100 grams green beans, trimmed
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Szechuan chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons chopped scallions (for garnish)
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, toss the prawns/shrimps with cornstarch until evenly coated. Set aside.
Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the prawns/shrimps to the pan and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and are slightly crispy. Remove and set aside.
In the same pan, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Stir in garlic, ginger, and dried red chilies. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the bell pepper, onion, and green beans to the pan. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender but still crisp.
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, Szechuan chili sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, and water to create the sauce.
Return the prawns/shrimps to the pan with the vegetables. Pour the prepared sauce over the mixture and quickly stir to coat everything evenly.
Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, allowing the sauce to slightly thicken and coat the prawns and vegetables.
Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish. Garnish with chopped scallions and serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1308 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 61.9 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.4 g | 47% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 31.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 945 mg | 315% | |
| Sodium | 3087 mg | 134% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.6 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.5 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.1 g | ||
| Protein | 131.7 g | 263% | |
| Vitamin D | 19.0 mcg | 95% | |
| Calcium | 461 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 2261 mg | 48% | |
*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.
