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Stir-Fried Shrimp With Garlic & Green Beans

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This Stir-Fried Shrimp with Garlic & Green Beans is a perfect weeknight dinner that balances texture and flavor. Succulent shrimp are marinated for extra tenderness, then quickly seared in a hot wok to lock in juices. Crisp-tender green beans provide a fresh, vegetal crunch, while the sauce built from homemade shrimp shell stock, soy sauce, ginger, and a touch of chili-garlic paste adds depth and heat. The dish comes together in under 20 minutes of active cooking, making it ideal for busy evenings. Its light yet satisfying, offering a restaurant-quality experience right in your own kitchen. Serve over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4
Calories: 270.8
Description
This Stir-Fried Shrimp with Garlic & Green Beans is a perfect weeknight dinner that balances texture and flavor. Succulent shrimp are marinated for extra tenderness, then quickly seared in a hot wok to lock in juices. Crisp-tender green beans provide a fresh, vegetal crunch, while the sauce built from homemade shrimp shell stock, soy sauce, ginger, and a touch of chili-garlic paste adds depth and heat. The dish comes together in under 20 minutes of active cooking, making it ideal for busy evenings. Its light yet satisfying, offering a restaurant-quality experience right in your own kitchen. Serve over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Ingredients
  • 1 pound Large shrimp with shells
  • 1 cup Water
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon Sugar
  • 2 tablespoon Low-sodium soy sauce
  • 3 Cloves Garlic, sliced
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt (optional)
  • 2 tablespoon Dry sherry
  • 2 teaspoon Sesame oil
  • 3/4 pound Green beans, trimmed
  • 2 tablespoon Peanut oil
  • 2 tablespoon Garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger, peeled and minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon Chili-garlic paste
  • 1/4 cup Scallions, minced (green and white parts)
  • 1/2 lime Lime juice
Directions
  1. 1
    Peel the shrimp, reserving the shells.
  2. 2
    Simmer the reserved shrimp shells in 1 cup of water for 5 minutes to make a quick stock.
  3. 3
    Drain the shells and reserve 3/4 cup of the shrimp stock.
  4. 4
    In a bowl, marinate the peeled shrimp with 1/2 teaspoon sugar, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 3 cloves sliced garlic, optional salt, 2 tablespoons dry sherry, and 1 teaspoon sesame oil.
  5. 5
    If green beans are tough, parboil them for 1 minute, then plunge into ice water to stop cooking; drain well. Cut large beans into bite-sized pieces.
  6. 6
    Preheat a wok or 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat for 3 minutes.
  7. 7
    Add 1 tablespoon peanut oil to the hot wok.
  8. 8
    When the oil begins to smoke, add the minced garlic and immediately add the marinated shrimp.
  9. 9
    Cook the shrimp for about 1 minute per side until just pink and opaque.
  10. 10
    Spoon the cooked shrimp out of the wok and set aside.
  11. 11
    Add the remaining 1 tablespoon peanut oil to the wok over high heat.
  12. 12
    When the oil smokes, add the minced ginger and immediately add the green beans.
  13. 13
    Stir-fry the beans, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned and crisp-tender, about 3 to 5 minutes.
  14. 14
    Pour in the reserved 3/4 cup shrimp stock and let it bubble for 1 to 2 minutes.
  15. 15
    Return the cooked shrimp to the wok.
  16. 16
    Add the chili-garlic paste, minced scallions, remaining 1 teaspoon sugar, and remaining 1 tablespoon soy sauce.
  17. 17
    Stir and cook for 1 minute to combine flavors.
  18. 18
    Turn off the heat and drizzle with lime juice and the remaining 1 teaspoon sesame oil.
  19. 19
    Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 270.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12.0g19%
Saturated Fat 2.5g13%
Cholesterol 174.3mg59%
Sodium 3269.8mg137%
Total Carbohydrate 17.4g6%
Dietary Fiber 3.1g13%
Sugars 5.2g
Protein 26.4g53%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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