Nutritious Dried Shrimp and Garlic Stir-Fry Recipe
The Best Recipes: Flavorful Dried Shrimp and Garlic Stir-Fry
Dried shrimp can be categorized into four main types, but commonly available ones are often divided into two: ‘Flower Shrimp’ and ‘Prawn Shrimp’. Flower shrimp tend to be redder and larger, while prawn shrimp are a lighter brown and smaller. For stir-fries, flower shrimp are generally preferred due to their superior texture and flavor, whereas prawn shrimp are excellent for making broths. However, there are no strict rules! Both are high in protein and low in fat, making them beneficial for weight management. Flower shrimp are particularly rich in taurine, which aids liver detoxification and strengthens liver function. Prawn shrimp are good for bone health and preventing osteoporosis. Today, we’ll be making the delicious Dried Shrimp and Garlic Stir-Fry featured in ‘The Best Recipes’. This dish is perfect as a side dish for rice or even as a tasty snack!
Main Ingredients- 50g Dried shrimp
- 25g Garlic (about 10-12 cloves)
- 2 Tbsp Rice syrup (or corn syrup)
- 1 tsp Sesame oil
- 1 Green chili pepper
- 1 Tbsp Grapeseed oil
- 1 tsp Toasted sesame seeds
Seasoning Ingredients- 1 Tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 tsp Sugar
- 1 Tbsp Rice wine (Cheongju)
- 1 tsp Minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 tsp Sugar
- 1 Tbsp Rice wine (Cheongju)
- 1 tsp Minced garlic
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
The first step to making a delicious Dried Shrimp and Garlic Stir-Fry is selecting quality ingredients! Choose dried shrimp that have a vibrant pinkish hue and minimal fishy odor. This will ensure a more flavorful dish.
Step 2
Place the selected dried shrimp in a pan over medium heat and stir-fry until they turn lightly golden brown. This process removes excess moisture and eliminates any fishy smell, resulting in a crispier and more savory texture.
Step 3
After stir-frying, transfer the dried shrimp to a sieve and shake to remove any fine powder or broken bits. This step helps to ensure a clean and appealing final presentation.
Step 4
Slice the garlic cloves thinly, about 0.5cm thick. Slicing them too thinly can cause them to burn easily during cooking. Chop the green chili pepper into roughly 1cm pieces.
Step 5
Now, let’s prepare the flavorful sauce! In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of rice wine (Cheongju), 1 teaspoon of sugar, and 1 teaspoon of minced garlic. Whisk everything together until well combined.
Step 6
Heat 1 tablespoon of grapeseed oil in a pan over medium-low heat. Add the sliced garlic and sauté until it turns a light golden brown and becomes fragrant. Once the garlic is fragrant, pour in the prepared sauce and let it simmer briefly to infuse the flavors.
Step 7
When the sauce begins to bubble, add the stir-fried dried shrimp and chopped green chili pepper to the pan. Stir-fry everything together until well coated. (Tip: If you don’t have rice syrup, you can substitute it with 2 tablespoons of corn syrup. For a deeper color, consider adding half a tablespoon of dark soy sauce, which is a special technique. Dark soy sauce is available at most supermarkets.)
Step 8
Finally, finish the dish by drizzling in 1 teaspoon of sesame oil and sprinkling 1 teaspoon of toasted sesame seeds. This adds a wonderful sheen and a nutty aroma to the stir-fry.
Step 9
And there you have it – the delicious Dried Shrimp and Garlic Stir-Fry, as presented in ‘The Best Recipes’! This simple yet nutritious dish is sure to make your mealtime more enjoyable.
