Shrimp with Black Beans in Lobster Sauce

Indulge in the savory, restaurant-style flavors of Shrimp with Black Beans in Lobster Sauce—a dish that combines tender shrimp with the bold, umami richness of fermented black beans and a silky, egg-enriched sauce. Perfectly balanced with aromatic garlic, ginger, and scallions, this quick and easy stir-fry is brought to life with a luscious combination of chicken broth, soy sauce, and oyster sauce, thickened to perfection with a cornstarch slurry. A drizzle of sesame oil adds a final layer of depth, making it an irresistible companion to steamed rice or noodles. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is the ultimate choice for a flavorful weeknight dinner or elevated dining experience at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 2 tablespoons fermented black beans
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 large egg
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon ginger (minced)
• 2 stalks scallions (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 0.5 teaspoon white pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the fermented black beans under cold water to remove excess salt, then mash them gently with a spoon and set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Set aside.

Step 3

Crack the egg into another small bowl and beat it lightly. Set aside.

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic and ginger to the hot oil and stir-fry until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Step 6

Add the fermented black beans to the skillet and stir-fry for another 15 seconds.

Step 7

Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until they just turn pink, about 2 minutes. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

Step 8

Pour the chicken broth into the skillet and bring it to a simmer.

Step 9

Add the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and white pepper to the skillet, stirring well to combine.

Step 10

Slowly drizzle in the cornstarch slurry while stirring constantly, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.

Step 11

Reduce the heat to low, and slowly pour in the beaten egg while stirring gently to create silky strands in the sauce.

Step 12

Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, tossing them gently to coat in the sauce.

Step 13

Drizzle the sesame oil over the dish and sprinkle the chopped scallions on top.

Step 14

Serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(930.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	969.5

Total Fat 37.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.2g
Cholesterol 1105.4mg	0%
Sodium 5118.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 30.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.8g	0%
Total Sugars 1.8g
Protein 130.0g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 316.8mg	0%
Iron 6.3mg	0%
Potassium 1986.0mg	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: 34.6%

Protein: 52.8%

Carbs: 12.6%