Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound of prawns, peeled and deveined
- 1 bunch of asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon of ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon of cornstarch
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed: None
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, and 1/4 cup of water. Set aside.
2. Heat a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add vegetable oil and swirl to coat.
3. Add garlic and ginger and stir-fry for 30 seconds.
4. Add prawns and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and are cooked through. Remove from the wok and set aside.
5. Add onion, bell pepper, and asparagus to the wok and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they are tender-crisp.
6. Add the prawns back to the wok and pour the sauce over the top.
7. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the ingredients.
8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. Serve hot with rice.
20 minutes
5. Temperature: High heat
Serving size: 4
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 220
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Protein: 25g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Shrimp can be substituted for prawns
- Broccoli can be substituted for asparagus
- Chicken can be substituted for prawns
Variations:
- Add sliced mushrooms to the stir-fry
- Use different vegetables such as snow peas or bok choy
- Add chili flakes for a spicy kick
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to have all ingredients prepped and ready before starting to stir-fry
- Cook the prawns separately to avoid overcooking them
- Use a high smoke point oil such as vegetable or canola oil
Storage instructions:
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat in a wok or skillet over medium heat until heated through
Presentation ideas:
- Serve in a large bowl with rice in the center and the stir-fry around the edges
Garnishes:
- Chopped green onions
- Sesame seeds
Pairings:
- Steamed rice
- Egg rolls
- Wonton soup
Suggested side dishes:
- Steamed vegetables
- Fried rice
- Spring rolls
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sauce is too thick, add a little bit of water to thin it out
- If the vegetables are overcooked, remove them from the wok before adding the prawns back in
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the prawns until they are pink and cooked through to avoid any foodborne illness
Food history:
- Stir-fry is a popular cooking method in Chinese cuisine that involves quickly cooking ingredients over high heat in a wok or skillet
Flavor profiles:
- This stir-fry has a savory and slightly sweet flavor from the soy sauce and oyster sauce
Serving suggestions:
- Serve with chopsticks and a spoon for the rice
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