Sesame Glazed Shrimp with Baby Corn and Snow Peas
Prepare to be amazed as we dive into the world of Asian-inspired cuisine. This recipe for Sesame Glazed Shrimp with Baby Corn and Snow Peas is a perfect harmony of flavors and textures. Join me on this epicurean voyage and unlock the secrets to creating a mouthwatering dish that will impress even the most discerning palates.
Equipment
- 1 small bowl
- 1 large nonstick skillet
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons cooking sherry (the cheap stuff works fine for this recipe!)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1½ lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger (or teaspoons dried)
- 1 garlic clove, minced or pressed
- 2 large scallions, chopped (feel free to use a small mild onion instead)
- ½ lb trimmed snow peas (just snap the ends off)
- 1 can baby corn (drained)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Combine the hosin sauce, soy sauce, sherry, honey, and cornstarch in a small bowl, and set aside.
- Heat 2 teaspoons of the sesame oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium high heat. Add the shrimp and stir-fry until light pink (about 3-4 minutes). Transfer the shrimp to a plate and set aside.
- To the skillet, add the remaining 1 teaspoon sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and scallions and stir-fry for 30 seconds to 1 minute. Add the snow peas and baby corn and stir-fry another 3 minutes, until the peas are bright green.
- Stir in the hoisin mixture and the reserved shrimp. Bring to a low boil and cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened (just about 1 - 2 minutes). Remove from the heat and sprinkle with the sesame seeds.
Video
Notes
Serve Sesame Glazed Shrimp with steamed jasmine rice or noodles for a complete and fulfilling dining experience. Don't forget to garnish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and fresh cilantro for an extra touch of elegance.