Shrimp With Black Bean Sauce Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Shrimp

   Clean and devein the shrimp. Rinse them under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.

2. 2

   Chop the Vegetables

   Dice the bell pepper into bite-sized pieces. Mince the garlic cloves and grate the ginger. Chop the green onions, separating the white parts from the green parts.

3. 3

   Marinate the Shrimp

   In a bowl, combine the shrimp with soy sauce, cornstarch, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix well and let it marinate for about 15 minutes.

4. 4

   Cook the Shrimp

   In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the marinated shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes, until they turn pink. Remove the shrimp and set aside.

5. 5

   Sauté Vegetables

   In the same skillet, add the garlic, ginger, and the white parts of the green onion. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Then add the diced bell pepper and cook for another 2-3 minutes until slightly tender.

6. 6

   Combine with Black Bean Sauce

   Add the black bean sauce to the skillet with the vegetables. Stir well to combine and let it cook for 1-2 minutes.

7. 7

   Finish the Dish

   Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, add water, and sesame oil. Stir everything together and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.

8. 8

   Garnish and Serve

   Remove from heat, garnish with the green parts of the green onion, and serve hot over rice or noodles.