SHRIMP WITH NAPA CABBAGE AND GINGER

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Categories     Ginger     Shellfish     Vegetable     Stir-Fry     Shrimp     Sherry     Spring     Winter     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 bunch scallions
1 lb large shrimp in shell (16 to 20 per lb), peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons medium-dry Sherry
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 (2-lb) head Napa cabbage, quartered lengthwise, cored, and cut crosswise into 1 1/2-inch pieces (10 cups)
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon minced peeled fresh ginger
1 red bell pepper, cut into 1/4-inch-wide strips (1 cup)
1 tablespoon soy sauce
Accompaniment: cooked rice

Steps:

  • Cut white and pale green parts of scallions into 2-inch pieces and thinly slice dark green parts.
  • Stir together shrimp, 1 tablespoon Sherry, cornstarch, white pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a bowl.
  • Rinse cabbage in a colander. Tap colander lightly, then transfer cabbage to a large bowl with excess water clinging to leaves.
  • Heat a 14-inch wok or 12-inch heavy skillet over high heat until beginning to smoke, then add 2 tablespoons oil. When oil begins to smoke, add shrimp and stir-fry until golden and almost cooked through, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a clean bowl.
  • Add remaining tablespoon oil to wok and heat until just smoking, then stir-fry ginger and white and pale green parts of scallions until slightly softened, about 2 minutes. Add bell pepper and stir-fry until softened, about 2 minutes. Stir in remaining tablespoon Sherry and cook until most of liquid is evaporated. Add cabbage with water from bowl, soy sauce, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook, covered, until cabbage is tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in shrimp along with any juices accumulated in bowl and simmer, uncovered, until shrimp are just cooked through, about 1 minute. Add scallion greens and toss to combine well.

Rose Deguzman
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste. I think I'll use less ginger next time.


Rohan Yekaten
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my dish turned out bland. I think I might have used too much ginger.


Saim Raza
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I added some extra vegetables to the dish, such as carrots and bell peppers. It turned out even better!


Kristina Kovacevic
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This is a healthy and flavorful dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal.


Tha Sauce 5280
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I'm not a big fan of cabbage, but I really enjoyed this dish. The shrimp and ginger were cooked perfectly.


iddy mtambo
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover shrimp. I always have some in the freezer and this is a quick and easy way to make a delicious meal.


Favy Chidimma
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I was a bit skeptical about the ginger, but I'm so glad I tried it. It really adds a unique flavor to the dish.


Olaitan Omotolani
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This is one of my favorite shrimp recipes. It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious.


Mastar Hayat
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I've made this dish a few times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The ginger really gives it a nice zing.


Swaleha Daya
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This dish was a hit! The flavors of the shrimp, napa cabbage, and ginger were perfectly balanced. I loved the crunch of the cabbage and the tender texture of the shrimp.