Stir Fry Shrimps with Cashew Nuts Recipe

Stir Fry Shrimps with Cashew Nuts Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 lbs shrimps, shelled

• 1 1/2 tablespoon dry sherry or rice wine

• 2 egg whites, light beaten

• 2 tablespoons cornstarch

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 1 teaspoon ground ginger

• 1/2 cup vegetable oil

• 1/2 cup unsalted cashew nuts

• 1 fresh ginger root (2 inches), finely chopped

• 5 scallions, finely chopped

• 3 oz canned bamboo shoots, drained and finely chopped

Method:

1. Mix half the sherry, egg white, 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch, salt, pepper and ground ginger until the mixture forms a smooth batter. Put in shrimps and toss gently to coat thoroughly. Marinade for 30 minutes

2. Heat wok and oil. Add cashew nuts and stir fry for 5 minutes until they are deep golden

3. Push them to the side of wok and add shrimps. Stir fry for 3 minutes or until they are crispy

4. Stir in the remaining ingredients except the sherry and cornstarch

5. Stir the cashew nuts back into the shrimp mixture. Cook until the sauce thicken.