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Braised Shrimp in Oil
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About This Recipe
This succulent Garlic Ginger Shrimp is a quick and flavorful dish that brings out the natural sweetness of shrimp with a savory, umami-rich glaze. Fresh shrimp are marinated in a blend of cooking wine, soy sauce, and sugar for a perfect balance of sweet and salty, then pan-fried with aromatic scallions and ginger for a fragrant depth of flavor. The key to this dish lies in the caramelized glaze—simmered until the sauce thickens, coating each shrimp in a glossy, irresistible finish. Ready in minutes, this dish is ideal for a weeknight dinner or an impressive appetizer. The combination of tender shrimp, bold aromatics, and a sticky-sweet sauce makes every bite unforgettable. Serve hot for a restaurant-quality meal at home!
Instructions
Detailed preparation guide
servings
4
Total Time
15m
shopping_basket Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- shrimp 200g
The aromatics
- scallions 2 stalks (约50g)
- ginger 10g
The sauce & seasonings
- cooking wine 1 tbsp
- soy sauce 1 tbsp
- sugar 1 tsp
menu_book Directions
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Step 1
Rinse the large shrimp, trim off the shrimp whiskers, and make a slit on the back of the shrimp.
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Step 2
Marinate the shrimp with a small amount of cooking wine, soy sauce, and sugar for a while.
3

Step 3
Heat oil in a pot, and add scallions and ginger when the oil is half heated.
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Step 4
After the scallions and ginger emit fragrance, place the shrimp in the pot and pan-fry for a moment.
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Step 5
Pour in soy sauce, cooking wine, and sugar, stir-fry evenly, then cover the pot, simmer for a while, and collect the sauce until it is dry.
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Step 6
Serve on a plate.
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