shanghai shrimp

Name: Shanghai Shrimp
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 4 - scallions, cut in 1" pieces; 1 teaspoon(s) minced ginger; 2 tablespoon(s) peanut oil; 1 pound(s) large shrimp, shelled and deveined; 1 cup(s) chicken broth; 1 tablespoon(s) cornstarch; 1 can(s) (11-ozs) mandarin oranges, undraned; 1 can(s) (8-ozs) sliced water chestnuts, undrained; - hot cooked rice

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Tammy Raynes

Natchitoches, LA

Updated on Feb 4, 2014

According to my hubby, the combination of the fruit and shrimp together gives an enticing flavor to this favorite of his. Again I stress if you are allergic, please make sure you wear gloves while preparing this dish. You can substitute 1 pound boneless chicken, cut in 2" strips, for shrimp.

Rate

prep time 30 Min

cook time 30 Min

method Stove Top

yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

4 - scallions, cut in 1" pieces
1 teaspoon minced ginger
2 tablespoons peanut oil
1 pound large shrimp, shelled and deveined
1 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 can (11-ozs) mandarin oranges, undraned
1 can (8-ozs) sliced water chestnuts, undrained
- hot cooked rice

How To Make shanghai shrimp

Step 1

In large skillet, over medium-high heat, cook scallions and ginger in oil for 2 to 3 minutes.

Step 2

Add shrimp; cook for 3 to 4 minutes. Blend chicken broth into cornstarch; stir into skillet with oranges and water chestnuts.
Step 3

Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until slightly thickened and heated through. Serve over hot rice. Garnish as desired.
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