Leeks and Shrimp Stir-fry Recipe

In this classic recipe, the leeks really adds a deliciously different accent to the shrimp. Follow this recipe and see how to make a mouth-watering course, which features the tender shrimp and tangy leeks.

Wok, plate.

7 oz./200 g shrimp meat

3.5 oz./100 g leeks, picked

1 tbsp.chopped scallion

1 tbsp.freshly grated ginger root

1/2 cup chicken stock

1 tbsp.sesame oil

2 tbsps.vegetable oil

1 tbsp.slight soy sauce

1 tsp.salt, or to taste

1 tbsp.Chinese rice wine, or dry sherry

1. Rinse the leeks thoroughly through running water, then drain well and cut into 1-inch length sections (P1).

P1

2. Place a wok over high hear, add 2 tbsps.vegetable oil and swirl around to coat surface, when the oil is hot, saute chopped scallion and minced ginger briefly until aromatic, which will take about 20 seconds.

3. Add shrimp meat back into the wok in which it was cooked, stirring, cook for 2-3 minutes over medium heat, stir into 1/2 cup chicken stock, 1 tbsp.light soy sauce, 1 tbsp.rice wine, 1 tsp.salt as you stir fry.

4. Then add leeks and cook, stir fry over medium heat until the leeks are nearly wilted, about 3 minutes (P2).

P2

5. Just before serving, sprinkle with 1 tbsp.sesame oil over them, cook briefly to mix everything together.

6. Serve on a plate (P3).

P3