The marinade for the shrimp is a combination of oyster, fish and soy sauce with a hint of sweet and sour. Oyster sauce is cooked down oyster juice that is caramelized for added flavor; the flavors work very well with the shrimp.
The shrimp can be served with noodles or rice.
Serves 4
Ingredients:
Garnish:
Lime wedges
¼ cup fresh cilantro
Instructions:
For the marinade: In a medium mixing bowl combine the oyster, soy and fish sauces, brown sugar, garlic lime juice and chili. Stir well.
Place shrimp in the marinade and stir to coat. Set aside for 10 minutes.
Heat oil in a skillet, enough to cover bottom. When hot add the shrimp and marinade.
Stir fry 2-3 minutes or until shrimp are plump and pink. Do not over cook
Cooking Wiser Tips:
Serve as an appetizer: Arrange shrimp on a serving platter, sprinkle with cilantro, serve with lime wedges and more chili if desired. Pour the sauce into a small bowl and serve on the side for dipping.
You can tell when shrimp is done by the C and O test. Shrimp that are cooked right amount of time will form a C and when overcooked will form an O (for over cooked).
Shrimp are low in calories and contain iron, but they are also a little high in cholesterol.
The smaller shrimp usually have more flavor
Use white or tiger shrimp- they are more firm, hold their shape and have a mild flavor. Pink shrimp are good for shrimp cocktail.