Crispy Bean Sprouts and Shrimp Stir-fry
Crispy Bean Sprouts and Shrimp Stir-fry
Authentic Southeast Asian Flavor, Part 3: Stir-fried Bean Sprouts and Shrimp
Hello everyone! This is E-geupsik. Today, we’re bringing you the third installment of our ‘Authentic Southeast Asian Flavors’ series: a delicious stir-fry with bean sprouts! This dish is packed with fresh bean sprouts and succulent shrimp, offering a delightful taste of local cuisine.
Ingredients (Serves 60)- 2kg fresh bean sprouts
- 2 large green onions (scallions)
- 150g minced garlic
- 60 fresh eggs
- 1.5kg peeled and deveined shrimp
- 200g oyster sauce
- 50g salt
- 50g black pepper
- A little sesame oil
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, we’ll prepare a soft egg garnish by baking the eggs. Lightly grease an oven pan, pour in the beaten eggs, and bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 15 minutes, or until set. This baked egg layer will add a wonderful texture and flavor to the dish.
Step 2
Once the baked egg is done, let it cool slightly, then transfer it to a bowl and crumble it into bite-sized pieces. You can think of it like making a coarse scramble.
Step 3
Now, let’s start the stir-fry. Heat a generous amount of cooking oil in a large wok or pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sliced green onions, and sauté until fragrant and slightly softened. Be careful not to burn the garlic; you want to release its aroma gently.
Step 4
Once the garlic and green onions are fragrant, add the prepared shrimp and the crumbled baked egg to the pan. Stir-fry over high heat. Shrimp cook quickly; as soon as they turn pink and opaque, it’s time to move to the next step to avoid overcooking.
Step 5
When the shrimp and egg are nearly cooked, add the oyster sauce. This is a key ingredient for that authentic Southeast Asian flavor. Season with salt and black pepper to your taste. Remember that oyster sauce is already salty, so adjust the amount of salt accordingly.
Step 6
Finally, add the fresh bean sprouts for a satisfying crunch and a drizzle of sesame oil for aroma. Turn the heat to high and stir-fry very quickly for about 30 seconds to 1 minute, just until the bean sprouts are slightly wilted but still crisp. This rapid cooking preserves their fresh texture. Your delicious Stir-fried Bean Sprouts and Shrimp is now ready!
