Stir-Fried Shrimp With Snow Peas and Ginger Recipe (2024)

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Andrea Devine

I appreciate the readers and chefs who follow the recipe and, next time around, experiment, adjust it to their taste, improve it overall. I am not interested in reading the comments on recipes that start out, "I made this, but...I substituted x, took out the y, and came up with a great dish" (but not the one that was published). I think it's rude and kind of silly.

Roni Jordan

Double everything except the shrimp and snow peas, and reverse the amts of ginger vs garlic. Add a bit of chinese chili sauce for heat (1 tsp) Don't skip the brief brining - doesn't add salt, adds a silky soft texture. Then it's Shrimp with Ginger, not simply garlicky shrimp. Used 1 lb very large shrimp for 2, over jasmine rice.

Sara

i find the comments and suggestions teach me a great deal. any great cook I know is interested in the feedback of those they want to enjoy their hard work. I think engagement is respectful.

Reggie

Great dish - next time I will use a little more ginger and a little less garlic as the garlic overpowered the ginger for my palate. A squeeze of fresh lime is also a nice addition.

Jan

Same principle as brining chicken or pork. Brining does not necessarily add saltiness but it does help retain moisture when cooking. Far less likely to end up with rubbery shrimp if you brine them briefly.

Roni Jordan

For a dish called Shrimp with Snow Peas and Ginger, proportions of ginger to garlic are way off. Reverse them & then, using the 1 lb of shrimp for 2 servings, DOUBLE everything else, including sauce. Don't skip the brief brining - it does not add salt...it does add tenderness. Add a tsp Chinese chli sauce for heat. Use way more scallions(1/2 cup), sliced on a severe diagonal. Set up mise en place and it goes quickly. Serve over jasmine rice. You will pat yourself on the back.

Mary Ann

Loved this. First time I cooked it exactly as is. Second time I wanted a little heat so added Sriracha and toasted cashews. It was even better with the crunchy texture and heat.

tammy

Three minutes was way too long for the first cook on the shrimp. By the time all the other steps were finished the shrimp were over-cooked so I would suggest no more than 1 minute for the initial cook. But all in all very satisfying.

Lois Fox

I agree with the idea to double everything except the shrimp and the snow peas. I think it needed double the amount of sauce, especially over rice and definitely some more spice. Very pleasant however, lovely for a mid week meal. I used 3 tablespoons of minced ginger and could have used even more. Next time I’ll slice the ginger and add a hot pepper or two.

Janet

Delicious and easy to prepare. I served it on Udon noodles.

Yvonne

I make this and add mushrooms and sometimes water chestnuts. Make more of the sauce. Get the wok real hot. Make sure the shrimp are dry. Great recipe. As good as many Chines restaurants make. When making the rice, soak it for 10 minutes and drain it 3 times before cooking. Gets rid of much of the starch.

Julia Moskin

You could, though the texture won't be quite the same. Make sure the shrimp are completely thawed and drain them on paper towels. Add to the pan as the very last step, after the snow peas are in the wok. You're just heating them through by tossing in the wok and the sauce,; you don't want to cook them any further.

harriet hentges

Have a small urban kitchen. Need to adapt this to "no wok". Same is true to grilling recipes, please.

keith

I agree that some of the comments sound like "I substituted aged fermented yak tongue for the snow peas and cooked in an underground pizza oven for two moons but it came out too salty for my taste." Not very helpful.That said I almost always read the comments to see if there are any themes or clarifications. Here there seems to be a consensus about more ginger, less garlic, and possibly a little veggie. I'll be serving this with rice and no sides tonight and will take that into consideration.

jim harvie

Double Amy’s of everything but shrimp and snow peasReverse amounts of ginger and garlicAdd hot sauce/chili

gail

Water chestnuts mushrooms Double sauce

Marisa

I really loved this! I appreciate the notes of the other cooks and followed some of their ideas, doubling both the sauce and the snow peas.

Kathryn Shiels

Delicious! We had fresh snap peas on hand and used that. Loved the crunch. Will many many, many more times again.

Liz C.

I like to hear about substitutions people have made; it emboldens me, especially when I don't have the exact ingredients on hand. I've made this delicious dish many times. For those of you who can't eat snow peas or garlic, I've substitutes baby bok choi and use garlic infused oil and it's still delicious. If spicy is your thing, drizzle the dish with a little sriracha hot sauce!

Jeff Church

Super fast once the shrimp and everything hits the wok. Nice brine action. Bursting flavors and fresh, keeps the crunch

Lois Fox

Second time I made this. I sliced the ginger—a lot of it and then cut it into strips so it would be more prominent. Doubled the sauce though next time I will triple it and added two serano peppers also sliced then chopped. Next time I will only add one pepper or else two but remove the seeds. With these adjustments I think the recipe rates 5 stars.

Rocky

Use just a little, tiny bit less ginger and the whole thing is perfection!

ARK

I followed the many comments of others and switched the amounts of garlic and ginger. That's the last time I'll do that again. It was bitter because it was waay too much ginger.... as the actual chef and author must have known.

Meredith

go ahead and double the ginger and the garlic!

Sara

I made it exactly like it says here. Next time, I might add some sour element like lime juice and maybe a little heat like a fresh red chili without the seeds. I ate it with some egg noodles. Was quick and easy to make. Maybe a child would like this as is, it's very mild.

N Of Seattle

I made it according to the recipe but next time I'll make it with more pot liquor to flavor the rice. It is a simple quick meal for 2 or 3.

Ariel

Wonderful recipe! Quick and easy; followed suggestion to reverse the garlic and ginger amounts, will do so again!

Additions/Substitutions

Read all the comments. SO helpful. Quadrupled the sauce and added 16 oz shiitake mushrooms. Served with NYT recipe Five-Ingredient Creamy Miso Pasta which I fixed exactly as written but added 1 T. Gochujang sauce. Amazing. Just amazing!

Louise Perkinson

Just tried this new recipe, it was a big hit! Simply delicious, and fairly quick to make. I added the cashews and doubled the sauce, like o many readers suggested. I like a more spicy dish,a nd sprinkled with Korean red pepper to serve.

Melissa

Tasty! I mis-read the rice wine/sherry amounts, instead adding tablespoons instead of teaspoons (both wines), so upped everything else. At the very end I threw in some cilantro along with the scallions, and then about 2 teaspoons of hoisin sauce for good measure. Tasty, pretty salty (maybe the hoisin)? I should have left off the last 1/4 teaspoon salt until after the hoisin. Anyway, very good, easy light, and tasty. I'll make it again.

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Stir-Fried Shrimp With Snow Peas and Ginger Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Should you thaw frozen shrimp before stir frying? ›

You can read more about why in my post called 15 Clever Ways to Eat Healthy on a Budget. You can use fresh shrimp, but if you're using frozen shrimp I highly recommend thawing them before adding them to your pan. If you add frozen shrimp straight into your pan, you will end up with a very water stir-fry.

How do you keep shrimp moist in stir-fry? ›

Expert Tips. While you want the shrimp fully cooked, you don't want them overcooked, or they'll be tough and gummy. So, during the first stage of cooking them with the vegetables, cook them just until they are opaque, then proceed with the rest of the recipe. They will cook some more after you add the sauce.

How to cook shrimp like a restaurant? ›

  1. Heat the oven to 450°F.
  2. On a half sheet pan, toss the shrimp, salt, garlic, olive oil, red pepper flakes, and lemon zest. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  3. Roast for 7 to 9 minutes, until pink and just cooked through. Remove from the oven, add the butter, and toss the shrimp until coated. Spritz with fresh lemon juice.
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How do you eat salt and pepper shrimp? ›

If the shrimp are cooked right, you can eat almost the entire thing: pull off the head, suck out the juices and nibble away the crispest bits (sometimes the whole head is edible), then eat the body, shells and all.

What happens if you cook frozen shrimp without thawing? ›

Totally! According to FDA seafood guidelines, shrimp should be cooked until the flesh is firm and clear. But shrimp are so small and fatty, they reach that point from frozen in a matter of a few minutes. In fact, cooking shrimp from frozen actually helps prevent overcooking, leading to juicer, more tender shrimp.

Do you rinse frozen shrimp after thawing? ›

To clean thawed frozen shrimp safely, first rinse them under cold running water to remove any ice glaze or debris. Next, pat them dry with paper towels to minimize moisture, which prevents bacterial growth.

Why do you soak shrimp in milk before frying? ›

Should I Soak My Shrimp? This one comes down to the chef's preference. Some prefer to soak seafood in milk before cooking to keep it from tasting too fishy. If you choose to soak your shrimp, you should do so with whole milk for at least 10 minutes.

How do Chinese restaurants make shrimp so tender? ›

Velveting shrimp is a cooking technique commonly used in Chinese cuisine to achieve a tender, succulent texture. It involves marinating the shrimp in a mixture of cornstarch, and other seasonings like soy sauce, rice wine, or sesame oil.

Does shrimp get more tender the longer you cook it? ›

Prepping & Cooking Shrimp:

Add in shrimp and cook for about 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque. Remember to avoid overcooking to maintain a tender and succulent texture in your sautéed shrimp.

What not to do when cooking shrimp? ›

  1. Mistake #1: Buying Shrimp With the Heads Still On.
  2. Mistake #2: Not Deveining Your Shrimp.
  3. Mistake #3: Thawing Improperly.
  4. Mistake #4: Overcooking.
  5. Mistake #5: Throwing Away the Shells.

What gives shrimp a good taste? ›

These savory little crustaceans taste best with seasoning that complements their unique umami flavor. The top three spice blends for shrimp are garlic butter, Old Bay Seasoning, and blackened seasoning, and they are easy to make at home!

Why is restaurant shrimp so good? ›

There are many reasons for this, but the biggest one is simple: You're eating shrimp prepared by professionals using better equipment than you likely have at home. That sort of situation is naturally going to produce better food because that's quite literally a restaurant's entire job.

Should you season shrimp with salt? ›

The same chemistry that helps turkeys and chickens to stay moist while seasoning them all the way through helps shrimp, on a much … shrimpier (and therefore quicker) scale. Use about 1 teaspoon of kosher salt per pound of shrimp.

Are you supposed to eat the shell on salt and pepper shrimp? ›

Yes, you can eat the shell of the shrimp! Since they're coated in cornstarch and then deep-fried and coated in cornstarch, they'll be light and crispy enough to consume. But if you prefer not to eat the head or tail, you can easily pull them off before eating.

How long to salt shrimp before cooking? ›

Mix ¼ cup kosher salt with ¼ cup granulated sugar, 1 cup boiling water and 2 cups of ice. Add shrimp into a bowl of brine and let sit for 20-30 minutes for peeled shrimp and 40-60 minutes for your unpeeled shrimp. Rinse well with cold water and pat dry afterward. That's all there is to it!

Is it better to cook shrimp frozen or thawed? ›

Yes – thawing shrimp before you use them in your meal prep will give you a tastier end result. Cooking frozen shrimp won't harm you, but the texture won't be as appetising as if you cook from thawed. If time allows, leave your shrimp in the fridge overnight to thaw.

How do you thaw frozen shrimp for frying? ›

Simply take the shrimp out of the freezer and place them in the refrigerator the night before you want to cook them. Allow the frozen shrimp to thaw overnight, or up to 24 hours. To prevent drips, put the frozen shrimp in a bowl or lay them flat on a rimmed baking sheet.

What is the best way to cook frozen shrimp? ›

Instructions
  1. If frozen, thaw the shrimp. ...
  2. The shrimp will bend easily when thawed. ...
  3. Heat the oil or butter over medium-high heat. ...
  4. Add the shrimp to the hot pan. ...
  5. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper. ...
  6. Sauté the shrimp until pink and opaque. ...
  7. Transfer to a serving dish.

How do you defrost shrimp so it's not soggy? ›

How to Thaw Frozen Shrimp Fast
  1. Fill a large bowl with cold water.
  2. Remove the frozen shrimp from their packaging, and seal them in a zip-top bag.
  3. Submerge the bag in the cold water, placing a plate or lid over to ensure it remains fully submerged.
  4. Let sit for 20 to 30 minutes, until shrimp are fully thawed.

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