Shrimp and Bok Choy Stir Fry
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Shrimp and Bok Choy Stir Fry

timer 15 MIN
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person 4 servings
Shrimp and Bok Choy Stir Fry

About This Recipe

This irresistible Chinese cabbage and shrimp stir-fry is a flavor-packed dish that combines crisp vegetables, succulent shrimp, and aromatic spices for a truly mouthwatering experience. The secret lies in using rich lard for stir-frying, which enhances the natural sweetness of the Chinese cabbage and plump shrimp. Fragrant ginger, garlic, scallions, and dried chili peppers create a bold base, while shrimp roe adds a burst of umami depth. Finished with fresh cilantro and a drizzle of fragrant oil, every bite delivers a perfect balance of texture and taste. Quick to prepare yet full of restaurant-quality flavors, this dish is a standout for its smoky wok aroma and savory seasoning—ideal for a weeknight dinner or special occasion. Try it once, and it’ll become a favorite!

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 15m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • shrimp 200g
  • Chinese cabbage 200g
The aromatics
  • scallions 3 stalks
  • dried chili peppers 2-3 pieces
  • cilantro 1/4 cup chopped
The sauce & seasonings
  • lard 1 tbsp
  • ginger 1 tbsp sliced
  • garlic 2 cloves minced
  • shrimp roe 1 tbsp

menu_book Directions

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Step 1
Step 1
Heat the wok with lard, stir-fry the Chinese cabbage to dry the water, and set aside;
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Step 2
Step 2
Heat the wok with lard, stir-fry the ginger slices, garlic slices, scallions, and dried chili peppers to bring out the fragrance;
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Step 3
Step 3
Stir-fry the shrimp, add the stir-fried Chinese cabbage, and season with flavor enhancers, chicken essence, monosodium glutamate, soy sauce, and shrimp roe;
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Step 4
Step 4
Add the fragrant cilantro segments, drizzle with fragrant oil, stir-fry evenly, and serve.

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