**Szechuan Shrimp Stir-Fry with Broccoli or Asparagus: A Symphony of Flavors and Colors**
Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Sichuan province with this tantalizing stir-fry dish that combines the bold and fiery flavors of Szechuan cuisine with the vibrant colors and freshness of shrimp, broccoli, and asparagus. This delectable dish is a symphony of tastes and textures, featuring tender shrimp coated in a savory and slightly spicy sauce, crisp-tender broccoli florets, and vibrant asparagus spears. The sauce, made with a blend of soy sauce, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and the signature Szechuan peppercorns, adds a complex and unforgettable flavor profile that will leave your taste buds dancing. Whether you choose to pair it with steamed rice or noodles, this Szechuan shrimp stir-fry is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen, offering a delightful balance of heat, sourness, and umami.
**Alternative Recipe Options:**
* **Shrimp Stir-Fry with Asparagus and Bell Peppers:** This variation incorporates the sweetness of bell peppers, adding another layer of flavor and color to the dish.
* **Szechuan Shrimp Stir-Fry with Snow Peas and Carrots:** For a crunchy and colorful twist, replace the broccoli with snow peas and add julienned carrots for a vibrant presentation.
* **Szechuan Shrimp Stir-Fry with Bok Choy and Mushrooms:** Create a hearty and flavorful stir-fry by adding tender bok choy leaves and earthy mushrooms, such as shiitake or oyster mushrooms.
* **Shrimp Stir-Fry with Zucchini and Summer Squash:** Embrace the flavors of summer with this variation that includes zucchini and summer squash, adding a refreshing and light touch to the dish.
These alternative recipes offer a range of flavors and textures to suit your preferences, ensuring that there's a perfect Szechuan shrimp stir-fry recipe for every palate.
SZECHUAN SHRIMP, A CLASSIC CHINESE RESTAURANT DISH
Szechuan Shrimp was a classic Chinese restaurant dish that has since increased in popularity. This spicy, tangy Szechuan shrimp dish packs a ton of strong flavors on top of tender baby shrimp.
Provided by Bill
Categories Fish and Seafood
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Mix the shrimp together with 1 teaspoon of oil and ½ teaspoon of cornstarch until the shrimp are evenly coated. Set aside.
- With the burner on low, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in your wok. Add the ginger and fry for 30 seconds. Next, add the douban jiang or the hot chili oil (with chili flakes), the garlic, and the shallots, and continue to stir fry for another 2 minutes.
- Next, stir in the ketchup and hoisin sauce, and turn the heat up from low to medium. Let the ketchup and hoisin sauce fry for 1 to 2 minutes to bring out a rich color and flavor. Turn the heat down if it looks like the sauce may burn.
- Next, add the Shaoxing wine, water chestnuts (if using), and the red bell pepper. Stir-fry for another 2 minutes. Add the chicken stock, and let the mixture come to a boil; then immediately turn the heat down to let the mixture simmer.
- Add the rice vinegar, sesame oil, salt, sugar and white pepper, and continue to simmer the sauce for another 3 minutes. When 3 minutes have elapsed, turn the heat up slightly and stir in the shrimp.
- Once the shrimp and sauce mixture returns to a steady simmer, stir in the cornstarch slurry until the sauce has thickened. At this point, the shrimp should be opaque and cooked through. Stir in the scallions. Serve with steamed rice!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 254 kcal, Carbohydrate 14 g, Protein 25 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 286 mg, Sodium 981 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving
SZECHUAN SHRIMP RECIPE
Provided by Victor
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- Combine shrimp marinade ingredients in a large bowl, add the shrimp, mix well and set aside.
- Prepare hot chili oil by heating the oil in a sauce pan until it just starts to smoke, then pour the hot oil over dry chili flakes in a small glass or metal container. Let cool down then strain into a separate container. The hot chili oil can be prepared hours, even days in advance. If making ahead, let the chili flakes soak in oil for hours before straining - this will give you more flavor and heat.
- Heat one tablespoon of peanut oil in a wok. Add the shrimp with the marinade and stir-fry, stirring frequently, until she shrimp just starts to turn pink, about 2-3 minutes. Do not overcook. Transfer the shrimp into a bowl and set aside.
- In the same wok, heat another tablespoon of peanut oil. Add the ginger, garlic, shallots and one teaspoon (or more, see note) of hot chili oil. Saute for about 30 seconds, then add the broccoli, bell peppers and the stir fry sauce. Stir fry for about 3-5 minutes, until broccoli is cooked. Add the scallions, sesame oil and the shrimp and saute for another minute, mixing all the ingredients well.
- Serve hot, as is or with a bowl of jasmine rice.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 g, Calories 297.3 kcal, Carbohydrate 21.5 g, Protein 26.8 g, Fat 13.3 g
CL SICHUAN SHRIMP STIR-FRY WITH BROCCOLI OR ASPARAGUS
Make and share this CL Sichuan Shrimp Stir-Fry With Broccoli or Asparagus recipe from Food.com.
Provided by KateL
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 28m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat 1 teaspoon sesame oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add broccoli (or asparagus and red bell pepper and pea pods). Sauté 4 minutes.
- Add 1 teaspoon sesame oil, shrimp and minced garlic. (Add optional mushrooms, if using.) Sauté 4 minutes or until the shrimp are done.
- Combine sugar, rice vinegar, ketchup, cornstarch and red chili paste. Add to skillet; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Stir in sliced water chestnuts. Serve over rice. Sprinkle with thinly sliced green onion tops. (Serving is 1 cup shrimp mixture and 1/2 cup rice.).
SHRIMP AND BROCCOLI STIR-FRY
This colorful shrimp and broccoli stir-fry comes together quickly, when all the vegetables are prepared ahead of time.
Provided by Bibi
Categories Shrimp Stir-Fry
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Combine soy sauce, chicken broth, orange juice, fish sauce, rice vinegar, garlic powder, ginger powder, Sriracha sauce, and sesame oil in a large jar with a lid. Close and shake until sauce is well combined. Set aside.
- Heat peanut oil in a large, non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add garlic and ginger and cook, stirring, until garlic and ginger are lightly browned, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from the hot oil with a slotted spoon and discard.
- Add broccoli, onion, bell pepper, carrots, and snow peas to the seasoned oil and cook, stirring quickly, until vegetables are tender-crisp and brightly colored, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove to a plate and keep warm.
- Add shrimp to the hot skillet and cook for 90 seconds. Turn shrimp and continue cooking on the other side until they are bright pink on the outside, the meat is opaque, and shrimp begin to curl into a "C" shape, about 90 seconds longer.
- Add stir-fried vegetables back to the skillet, and pour in sauce.
- Mix together cornstarch and water in a small bowl and add to the sauce, stirring to remove any lumps. Keep stirring quickly, until thickener is incorporated into the entire dish. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, then remove from heat.
- Serve with hot, fluffy rice, and garnish with sesame seeds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 400.9 calories, Carbohydrate 40.3 g, Cholesterol 173 mg, Fat 13.5 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 29.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 532.1 mg
EASY SHRIMP STIR FRY
I love shrimp and I'm always looking for new ways to fix it. This shrimp stir fry features crunchy peanuts and vegetables with a pleasant hint of ginger. -Josie Smith, Winamac, Indiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and water until smooth. Stir in the soy sauce, garlic powder and ginger; set aside., In a large nonstick skillet or wok, stir-fry broccoli in oil for 2 minutes. Add red pepper and onions; stir-fry for 2-3 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Add the shrimp, Oriental vegetables and garlic; cook 3 minutes longer. , Stir cornstarch mixture and stir into shrimp mixture. Add the peanuts. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 273 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 129mg cholesterol, Sodium 593mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all your ingredients prepped and measured. This will help you save time and avoid any scrambling during the cooking process.
- Choosing Shrimp: Use fresh or frozen shrimp for this recipe. If using frozen shrimp, thaw them completely before cooking.
- Cooking the Shrimp: Cook the shrimp in hot oil until they are pink and opaque. Do not overcook them, or they will become tough.
- Choosing Vegetables: You can use broccoli or asparagus in this recipe. Broccoli should be cut into florets, and asparagus should be cut into 2-inch pieces.
- Sauce: The sauce for this dish is made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, and cornstarch. You can adjust the amount of each ingredient to suit your taste.
- Cooking the Vegetables: Add the vegetables to the wok or skillet and stir-fry until they are tender but still slightly crunchy.
- Combining Ingredients: Once the vegetables are cooked, add the shrimp and sauce to the wok or skillet. Stir-fry until everything is well combined.
- Serving: Serve this dish over rice or noodles.
Conclusion:
This Sichuan shrimp stir-fry is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is packed with flavor. The combination of shrimp, vegetables, and sauce is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a delicious and healthy meal, give this recipe a try.
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