Chinese Chives Stir-Fried with Fresh River Shrimp

韭菜炒河虾

Chinese Chives Stir-Fried with Fresh River Shrimp — a Chinese recipe, ready in about 20 minutes. Step-by-step instructions with photos.

Ingredients

• fresh river shrimp, shelled, heads intact
• Chinese chives, cut into 4-cm pieces
• Shaoxing wine
• light soy sauce
• neutral oil (e.g., peanut or canola)

Instructions

1. Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. Heat wok over high heat until smoking lightly, then add oil and swirl to coat.
2. Add shrimp in single layer; sear untouched for 45 seconds until pink and curled. Flip and cook 30 seconds more. Transfer to a plate.
3. Lower heat to medium-high. Add chives and stir-fry 30 seconds until fragrant and slightly wilted.
4. Return shrimp to wok. Add Shaoxing wine and light soy sauce. Toss vigorously for 20 seconds until evenly coated and heated through.
5. Immediately transfer to a warmed plate. Serve hot, garnished with extra chive tips if desired.