Stir-fried Balsam Pear With Prawn Recipe

1/2-1 balsam pear, seeded and cut into 1-inch sections

7 oz./200 g prawn, peeled, deveined, rinse well

1 tbsp.chopped scallion

3 slices ginger, peeled

2 tbsps.vegetable oil

1-2 tsp.salt, or to taste

1-2 cups water

1. In a wok, heat 2 tbsps.vegetable oil to saute the scallion and ginger until aromatic, about 20 seconds. Add the balsam pear and stir fry over medium heat for about 2-3 minutes (P1).

 
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2. Drain the prawn well, then add into the wok in question, stir fry over high heat until pink.

3. Pour 1-2 cups water into the wok, let simmer over medium heat for 15 minutes, salt as you would (P2).

 
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4. Dump into a warmed bowl and serve hot (P3).

 
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