Stir-Fried Okra
Shrimp

A light and vibrant stir-fry featuring tender shrimp and crisp, diamond-cut okra. This nutritious dish is quick to prepare and balanced in flavor.

Ingredients

• 300 g fresh okra
• 200 g large shrimp
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp onion-ginger water
• 1 tsp cornstarch
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp fresh seasoning
• 2 tbsp cooking oil

Instructions

1. 1Peel the shrimp

   

   After freezing the shrimp slightly to make them easier to handle, carefully peel the shells off the shrimp bodies. Ensure the shrimp remain intact while removing the shells.

   Tip: Freezing the shrimp for a short period before peeling makes the shells much easier to remove.
2. 2Devein the shrimp

   

   Using a sharp knife, make a shallow incision along the back of each peeled shrimp. Carefully remove the dark shrimp line to ensure a clean flavor and appearance.

   Tip: A small paring knife works best for making precise cuts along the back.
3. 3Marinate the shrimp

   

   Place the prepared shrimp in a glass bowl. Season with salt and add onion-ginger water. Massage the mixture with your hands until the shrimp meat becomes slightly sticky, then add a little cornstarch and continue to massage until well incorporated.

   Tip: Massaging the shrimp with cornstarch helps keep the meat tender during the stir-fry process.
4. 4Blanch the okra

   

   Bring a pot of water to a boil, then add a pinch of salt and a drizzle of oil. Add the whole okra and blanch for approximately one minute. Remove the okra promptly and set aside.

   Tip: Adding oil and salt to the water helps maintain the okras vibrant green color.
5. 5Cook the shrimp

   

   Bring a fresh pot of water to a boil. Add the marinated shrimp and cook just until they turn opaque and pink, indicating they are fully cooked. Remove the shrimp from the water and set aside.

   Tip: Do not overcook the shrimp; they only need a short time in the boiling water.
6. 6Cut the okra

   

   Once the blanched okra has cooled slightly, place it on a cutting board and slice it into uniform diamond-shaped pieces. These are now ready to be added to the stir-fry.

   Tip: Cut at an angle to achieve the diamond shape while keeping the slices uniform in size.
7. 7Sauté the garlic

   

   Heat the pan with a little oil and add the sliced garlic. Sauté over medium heat until the garlic becomes fragrant, preparing the base for the stir-fry.

   Tip: Be careful not to burn the garlic; sauté just until golden and aromatic.
8. 8Add the shrimp

   

   Add the previously blanched shrimp into the pan with the sautéed garlic. Since the shrimp are already cooked, toss them briefly to incorporate the garlic flavor.

   Tip: Keep the heat medium to ensure the shrimp dont overcook and become rubbery.
9. 9Stir-fry with okra

   

   Add the diamond-cut blanched okra to the pan with the shrimp and garlic. Stir-fry everything evenly and season with a little salt, fresh seasoning, and a drizzle of sesame oil to finish.

   Tip: Stir-fry quickly to keep the okra bright green and crisp.

Storage & Reheating

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