Cashew Shrimp Stir-Fry

AsianSeafoodEasy25 minBy Northstar

Ingredients

Servings
4
  • 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 tsp cornstarch
  • 0.3 tsp granulated sugar
  • 0.3 tsp baking soda
  • 0.3 tsp salt
  • 1/8 tsp black pepper
  • 0.8 cup unsalted cashews
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil
  • 0.5 cup onion, chopped
  • 0.3 cup red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 cup zucchini, unpeeled and chopped
  • 3 0.5 cup cooked rice, for serving

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cut the shrimp in half lengthwise. In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, sugar, baking soda, salt, and pepper. Add the shrimp and toss gently to coat. Let stand for 15 minutes.

  2. 2

    Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook, stirring constantly, for 3 to 5 minutes until pink and just cooked. Remove and set aside.

  3. 3

    Drain off most of the oil, leaving about 2 tablespoons in the skillet. Sauté the onion, red bell pepper, and garlic until tender.

  4. 4

    Add the zucchini and sauté for 2 minutes.

  5. 5

    Return the shrimp to the pan. Add the cashews and cooked rice. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until thoroughly heated.

  6. 6

    Spoon into a serving dish and garnish with red pepper rings.

Tags

asian