Craving a restaurant-quality meal that's ready faster than you can order takeout? Get ready to transform your kitchen into a gourmet Asian cuisine haven with this mouthwatering Ginger Shrimp with Snow Peas recipe! In just 15 minutes, you'll create a dish so flavorful and vibrant, it'll make your taste buds dance and your dinner guests wonder if a professional chef secretly invaded your kitchen.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup snow peas
- 2 tbsp ginger, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels to ensure they will sear properly and not release excess moisture during cooking.
- Season the shrimp with salt and pepper, ensuring even coating on all pieces.
- Prepare all ingredients by mincing the ginger and garlic finely, and trimming the ends of the snow peas.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until the oil is shimmering and just starting to smoke.
- Add the minced ginger and garlic to the hot oil, stirring quickly to prevent burning and release their aromatic flavors, about 30 seconds.
- Immediately add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer, allowing each piece to sear and develop a golden color, approximately 1-2 minutes per side.
- Add the snow peas to the skillet, tossing them with the shrimp to ensure even cooking and maintaining their crisp texture.
- Pour the soy sauce over the shrimp and snow peas, stirring to coat all ingredients and create a light glaze.
- Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the shrimp are completely pink and opaque, and the snow peas are bright green and tender-crisp.
- Remove from heat immediately to prevent overcooking and serve hot, preferably over steamed rice.
Tips
- Dry Shrimp is Key: Always pat shrimp completely dry before cooking to achieve that perfect golden sear and prevent steaming.
- High Heat Magic: Use a wok or heavy skillet and ensure it's hot before adding ingredients to get that authentic restaurant-style quick sear.
- Timing is Everything: Shrimp cook quickly - 1-2 minutes per side is all you need to prevent rubbery texture.
- Prep Ahead: Chop and measure all ingredients before starting to cook, ensuring a smooth, stress-free cooking experience.
- Don't Overcrowd: Cook shrimp in a single layer to allow proper searing and prevent steaming.
- Fresh Ingredients Matter: Use fresh ginger and garlic for maximum flavor punch.
- Serve Immediately: This dish is best enjoyed hot, right after cooking, preferably over steamed rice to catch all those delicious juices.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 250mg
