Uraró-inspired Shrimp and Vegetable Stir-Fry

Ingredients

In this Liaoning-inspired adaptation, we substitute the traditional Uraró ingredients with Liaoning spices and fresh vegetables commonly used in Liaoning cuisine. The cooking technique remains similar, but the flavor profile is enhanced with the unique spices and ingredients of Liaoning cuisine. We alse have the original recipe for Uraró, so you can check it out.

• 500g (1.1 lb) shrimp, peeled and deveined 500g (1.1 lb) shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 onion, thinly sliced 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 carrot, julienned 1 carrot, julienned
• 200g (7 oz) snow peas 200g (7 oz) snow peas
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 teaspoon Liaoning chili paste 1 teaspoon Liaoning chili paste
• 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon sugar
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 10g, 1.5g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 12g, 5g
• Protein: 28g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. 2.
   Add the minced garlic and sliced onion, and sauté until fragrant and the onion becomes translucent.
3. 3.
   Add the shrimp to the wok and cook until they turn pink and are cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the wok and set aside.
4. 4.
   In the same wok, add the sliced bell peppers, julienned carrot, and snow peas. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender but still crisp.
5. 5.
   In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, Liaoning chili paste, sugar, salt, and pepper.
6. 6.
   Return the cooked shrimp to the wok and pour the sauce over the shrimp and vegetables. Stir-fry for an additional 2 minutes until everything is well-coated and heated through.
7. 7.
   Remove from heat and serve hot.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Shrimp — Make sure to devein the shrimp properly before cooking to remove any grit or impurities.

Tips & Tricks

• For a spicier version, increase the amount of Liaoning chili paste according to your preference.
• Feel free to add other vegetables such as broccoli or mushrooms for added variety.
• Serve the stir-fry over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.

Serving advice

Serve the Liaoning-style stir-fried shrimp and vegetables hot as a main dish. It pairs well with steamed rice or noodles.

Presentation advice

Garnish the dish with a sprinkle of chopped green onions or cilantro for a pop of color and freshness.