Crispy Bamboo Shoot and Shrimp Stir-fry with Oyster Sauce
Crispy Bamboo Shoot and Shrimp Stir-fry with Oyster Sauce
Quick & Easy Side Dish: Bamboo Shoot and Shrimp Stir-fry Recipe
Whip up this delicious side dish featuring fragrant bamboo shoots and plump shrimp stir-fried in a savory oyster sauce. It’s so good, it’ll disappear quickly from your table! The delightful crispiness of the bamboo shoots combined with the juicy shrimp creates a wonderful texture and flavor. This recipe is incredibly simple and can be ready in about 15 minutes, making it perfect for busy days.
Main Ingredients- 2-3 prepared bamboo shoots
- 10-12 prepared shrimp
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Here are the ingredients we’ll be using today: 2-3 fresh bamboo shoots, 10-12 plump shrimp, half a green onion for fragrance, and 4-5 cloves of garlic to enhance the flavor. (Please ensure all ingredients are cleaned and prepped beforehand.)
Step 2
Slice the bamboo shoots into enjoyable, bite-sized pieces, slightly longer rather than small cubes. Cutting them a bit thicker will help maintain their delightful crispiness even after stir-frying, preventing them from becoming mushy.
Step 3
Finely slice the garlic cloves into thin slivers (minced garlic). This method allows the garlic’s aromatic oils to infuse beautifully into the cooking oil, adding depth and savoriness to the dish.
Step 4
Finely chop the green onion. This will release its fresh, aromatic flavor as it cooks, adding another layer of deliciousness to the stir-fry.
Step 5
Heat a pan over medium-low heat and add a generous amount of cooking oil. Add the sliced garlic and chopped green onion first. Stir-fry them gently until fragrant and the garlic turns a light golden brown. Be careful not to burn the garlic, as this can make it bitter.
Step 6
Once the garlic and green onions are nicely fragrant, add the prepared shrimp to the pan. Stir-fry them quickly, just until they turn pink and opaque. Overcooking shrimp can make them tough, so a brief stir-fry is key.
Step 7
Now it’s time for the star of our seasoning: oyster sauce! Start by adding about 1 tablespoon and stir-fry to combine everything. Taste the dish and add more oyster sauce if needed to reach your desired saltiness and flavor. The oyster sauce provides a wonderful umami boost.
Step 8
Finally, add the sliced bamboo shoots to the pan and stir-fry everything together quickly. Ensure the bamboo shoots and shrimp are cooked through. Once done, turn off the heat, and your delicious Bamboo Shoot and Shrimp Stir-fry is ready! (For even more tender bamboo shoots, you can lightly blanch them before stir-frying.)
Step 9
Serve this delightful Bamboo Shoot and Shrimp Stir-fry in a nice dish to grace your table. It’s the perfect accompaniment to a warm bowl of rice. Enjoy a satisfying and delicious meal with this simple yet flavorful side dish!
