Stir Fried Shrimp with Snow Peas
"I discovered this a few years ago when I was just starting out on my "learn to be a better cook" quest. It is very easy and tastes and even better. Note: I used the actual name of the recipe, but, I really just use a skillet instead of a wok"
Original is 5 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (434.4 g)
- Calories 526.4
- Total Fat - 27.2 g
- Saturated Fat - 8.2 g
- Cholesterol - 385 mg
- Sodium - 3044.9 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 32.9 g
- Dietary Fiber - 4.3 g
- Sugars - 2.4 g
- Protein - 35.5 g
- Calcium - 126 mg
- Iron - 3.4 mg
- Vitamin C - 1.1 mg
- Thiamin - 0.4 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Coat a wok or large skillet well with cooking spray, and heat until a drop of water sizzles
Step 2
Scramble eggs on wok; remove and set aside
Step 3
Add oil, onions, peas, shrimp and sausage (if using) to the wok and stir fry until shrimp is pink - approximately 6 minutes
Step 4
Add cooked rice, eggs and soy sauce. Stir fry for about 3 minutes
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- When selecting shrimp, look for ones that are firm and have a pinkish hue.
- If you don't want to use andouille sausage, you can substitute it with any other type of sausage or even bacon.
- Substitute the shrimp for tofu: This substitution is great for those who are vegetarian or vegan. It is also a great way to add more protein to the dish without the use of meat.
- Substitute the white rice for quinoa: Quinoa is a healthier option than white rice, and is considered a complete protein, making it a great choice for vegetarians and vegans.
Vegetarian Stir Fry Replace shrimp with 1/2 pound of firm tofu, cut into cubes. Omit the sausage and use vegetable broth instead of soy sauce.
Coconut Rice: This fragrant and flavorful side dish is the perfect accompaniment to Stir Fried Shrimp with Snow Peas. The creamy coconut milk and nutty flavor of jasmine rice provide a great balance to the savory flavors of the stir fry.
Kung Pao Chicken: This spicy and flavorful Chinese dish is the perfect complement to Stir Fried Shrimp with Snow Peas. The sweet and savory flavors of the Kung Pao Chicken will provide a nice contrast to the light and fragrant flavors of the coconut rice.
FAQ
Q: How do I know when the shrimp is cooked?
A: The shrimp is cooked when it turns a bright pink color and is no longer translucent. You can also test for doneness by cutting into a shrimp and ensuring that it is white throughout.
Q: How long do I need to cook shrimp?
A: The cooking time for shrimp depends on the size and method of cooking. Generally, shrimp will take 3-4 minutes to cook when boiled, 2-3 minutes when sautéed, and 8-10 minutes when baked or grilled.
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Fun facts:
The Chinese stir fry technique has been around since the 5th century, but the term "stir fry" was first used in the West in the late 19th century.
The dish was popularized by celebrity chef and television personality, Emeril Lagasse, who featured it on his show, Emeril Live! in the early 2000s.