Cold Dishes
Shrimp and Melon Slices
timer
10 MIN
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Medium
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4 servings
About This Recipe
This quick and delicious stir-fried shrimp with cucumber is a light yet flavorful dish perfect for any meal. Succulent shrimp are marinated with salt, egg white, and starch for a tender, velvety texture, then stir-fried until just 80% cooked to preserve their natural sweetness. Crisp cucumber slices add a refreshing crunch, balancing the dish beautifully. The high-heat stir-fry technique locks in the shrimp’s juiciness while keeping the cucumber slightly tender yet crisp. Simple yet elegant, this recipe highlights the natural flavors of fresh shrimp and cucumber with minimal seasoning, making it a healthy and satisfying option. Perfect for busy weeknights or as a standout side dish, this stir-fry comes together in minutes, delivering a restaurant-quality meal at home. Enjoy the delicate balance of textures and flavors in every bite!
Instructions
Detailed preparation guide
servings
4
Total Time
10m
shopping_basket Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- shrimp 150g
The aromatics
- cucumber 200g
The sauce & seasonings
- egg white 1
- starch 1 tsp
menu_book Directions
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Step 1
Peel and de-vein the shrimp, cut open the back, but not all the way through, add a small amount of salt, egg white, and starch, and mix well for later use.
2
Step 2
Slice the cucumber.
3
Step 3
Leave some oil in the wok, first stir-fry the shrimp until it changes color and is about 80% cooked, then dish it out and stir-fry the cucumber until it is almost soft, then add high heat, add the shrimp back into the wok, add salt, and stir-fry before serving.
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