BLACK-BEAN SHRIMP WITH CHINESE BROCCOLI

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Categories     Bean     Shellfish     Vegetable     Side     Stir-Fry     Lunch     Lunar New Year     Shrimp     Broccoli Rabe     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Dairy Free     Tree Nut Free

Yield Makes 8 servings (as part of a Chinese meal)

Number Of Ingredients 16

3/4 cup homemade chicken broth (reserved from winter melon soup ) or store-bought chicken broth (reduced-sodium if canned)
3 tablespoons Chinese rice wine (preferably Shaoxing) or medium-dry Sherry
3 teaspoons light soy sauce (preferably Pearl River Bridge brand)
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 lb gai lan (Chinese broccoli)
1 1/2 lb large shrimp in shell (21 to 25 per lb), peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon peanut or vegetable oil
1 (1-inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and cut into very thin matchsticks
2 tablespoons fermented black beans, rinsed and chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 fresh jalapeño chile (including seeds), or to taste, cut crosswise into 1/8-inch-thick slices
1 teaspoon Asian sesame oil
Special Equipment
a well-seasoned 14-inch flat-bottomed wok

Steps:

  • Stir together broth, rice wine, soy sauce, cornstarch, sugar, and salt in a small bowl until cornstarch is dissolved.
  • Remove any bruised or withered outer leaves from gai lan, then trim and peel stalks, halving thick ones lengthwise. Cut crosswise into 2 1/2-inch pieces, separating leafy parts from thick stems.
  • Cook stems in a 6- to 8-quart pot of boiling salted water, uncovered, until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Add leafy parts and cook until all of gai lan is just tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain well, then transfer to a clean kitchen towel and pat dry. Transfer to a large dish and keep warm, loosely covered with foil.
  • Pat shrimp dry. Heat wok over high heat until a drop of water vaporizes instantly. Pour peanut oil around side of wok, then tilt wok to swirl oil, coating side. When oil just begins to smoke, add ginger and stir-fry 5 seconds. Add black beans, garlic, and jalapeño and stir-fry 1 minute. Working quickly, add shrimp, spreading in 1 layer on bottom and side of wok. Cook, undisturbed, 3 minutes, then stir-fry until shrimp are just pink on both sides, about 1 minute more. Stir broth mixture, then add to shrimp and bring to a boil. Boil, stirring, 2 minutes. Remove from heat and drizzle with sesame oil, then stir to combine.
  • Pour shrimp and sauce over gai lan.

Malisha Lopez
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I'm not a fan of shrimp, but I loved this dish! The sauce was flavorful and the broccoli was cooked perfectly.


Dido Jack
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The shrimp were a bit overcooked, but the sauce was delicious. I would recommend cooking the shrimp for a shorter amount of time.


Mason Mealer
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This dish was easy to make and very flavorful. I loved the combination of shrimp and black bean sauce. I will definitely be making this again.


Trey Kerchan
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This dish was a bit bland. I would recommend adding more spices or herbs to give it more flavor.


Umairalirajpoot
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I'm not a big fan of black bean sauce, but this dish was surprisingly good. The sauce was flavorful and not too overpowering, and the shrimp were cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.


Waqar Lucky
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This dish was delicious! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and savory. I served it over rice and it was a perfect meal.


zishan mahi786
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. The shrimp were cooked well and the sauce was flavorful. I would recommend using less chili peppers if you don't like spicy food.


Lindsey Nettles
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great! It was easy to make and very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Roba Mamo
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This dish was delicious! I made it for a party and everyone loved it. I will definitely be making it again.


Tusanyuke Lydia
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I'm not a fan of shrimp, but I loved this dish! The sauce was flavorful and the broccoli was cooked perfectly.


Charity Munasawani
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This dish was a bit bland. I would recommend adding more spices or herbs to give it more flavor.


Gracy Moktan
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The shrimp were a bit overcooked, but the sauce was delicious. I would recommend cooking the shrimp for a shorter amount of time.


User brand09
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This dish was easy to make and very flavorful. I loved the combination of shrimp and black bean sauce. I will definitely be making this again.


Arielle Brackett
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great! The shrimp were tender and the sauce was delicious. I served it over rice and it was a perfect meal.


Mare Jan
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. The shrimp were cooked well and the sauce was flavorful. I would recommend using less chili peppers if you don't like spicy food.


ThatGirl Horizon
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I'm not a big fan of black bean sauce, but this dish was surprisingly good. The sauce was flavorful and not too overpowering, and the shrimp were cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.


Cyprian George
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This was a quick and easy weeknight meal. The sauce came together quickly and the shrimp and broccoli cooked in just a few minutes. The whole dish was full of flavor and my family loved it.


Ayitey Patrick
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I loved the combination of flavors in this dish. The black bean sauce was savory and slightly sweet, and the shrimp were cooked perfectly. The Chinese broccoli was a great addition, adding a bit of crunch and texture.


Busuulwa Moses
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This dish was a hit with my family! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the black bean sauce was flavorful and delicious. The Chinese broccoli added a nice crunch and freshness. I will definitely be making this again.