Spicy stir-fried shrimp

4 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
¾cupWater
2teaspoonsSoy sauce
teaspoonSzechwan chili sauce
2teaspoonsCornstarch
2teaspoonsVegetable oil
1smallRed pepper, coarsely chopped
4ouncesSnow peas,trim, cut in half
3mediumsSize scallions, coarse chop
1poundsLarge shrimp,peel,devein
cupFresh cilantro

Directions

SAUCE

MAIN

Mix water, soy sauce, chili sauce and cornstarch in a measuring cup.

Heat oil in a large skillet until hot but not smoking. Add bell pepper, snow peas and scallions. Stir-fry over high heat 3-5 minutes until tender-crisp. Reduce heat to medium-high, add shrimp and stir-fry 2-3 minutes until shrimp start to turn bright pink and opaque. Stir sauce, pour into skillet and bring to a boil, stirring often. Cover and cook over medium-high heat 1-2 minutes, stirring once, until shrimp are opaque at the center. Stir in cilantro and serve immediately.