Shrimp and Snow Peas in Black Beans Sauce

Dive into the sensational flavors of this Shrimp and Snow Peas in Black Bean Sauce recipe, a quick and vibrant stir-fry perfect for busy weeknights! Succulent shrimp and crisp-tender snow peas are tossed in a bold, umami-rich sauce made with fermented black beans, soy sauce, and a hint of ginger and garlic for aromatic depth. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is a perfect balance of fresh, savory, and slightly sweet. The cornstarch slurry creates a silky sauce that clings to every bite, while sliced green onions add a final pop of flavor and color. Serve this restaurant-quality meal over steamed jasmine rice or noodles for an irresistibly satisfying dinner. Whether you’re a fan of classic Chinese-inspired cuisine or simply love quick and easy seafood recipes, this dish will become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 450 grams Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 200 grams Snow peas (trimmed)
• 2 tablespoons Fermented black beans
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Ginger (minced)
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Oyster sauce
• 2 teaspoons Cornstarch
• 60 milliliters Water
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 2 stalks Green onion (sliced)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the shrimp and pat them dry with paper towels. Set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, soak the fermented black beans in a bit of water for 2-3 minutes. Drain and roughly chop them. Set aside.

Step 3

In another small bowl, mix the soy sauce, oyster sauce, water, and sugar. Set the sauce mixture aside.

Step 4

In a separate small bowl, dissolve the cornstarch in 2 teaspoons of water to create a slurry. Set aside.

Step 5

Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and are just cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

Step 6

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the minced garlic, ginger, and chopped fermented black beans. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 7

Add the snow peas to the skillet and stir-fry for 2 minutes until they are bright green and slightly tender-crisp.

Step 8

Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, and pour in the prepared sauce mixture. Stir everything together for 1 minute to coat.

Step 9

Add the cornstarch slurry to the skillet, stirring continuously, until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the skillet from heat, garnish with sliced green onions, and serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(864.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	935.0

Total Fat 32.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.9g
Cholesterol 878.8mg	0%
Sodium 4458.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 47.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.0g	0%
Total Sugars 13.6g
Protein 125.0g	0%

Vitamin D 804.7IU	0%
Calcium 310.8mg	0%
Iron 8.2mg	0%
Potassium 2138.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.8%

Protein: 50.8%

Carbs: 19.5%