Noble House Stir-Fried Shrimp

A platter of succulent stir-fried orange-pink shrimp symbolizes gold coins (wealth) and good fortune for the coming year.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 1⁄2 cup  fat-free low-sodium chicken broth
• 2  teaspoons cornstarch
• 1  teaspoon sugar
• 2  teaspoons  shaoxing wine or 2  teaspoons dry sherry
• 2  teaspoons low sodium soy sauce
• 1⁄4 teaspoon white pepper
• 1  tablespoon plum sauce
• 1  tablespoon canola oil
• 1 1⁄2 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2  tablespoons garlic, minced
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons fresh ginger, peeled and minced
• 1  jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
• 1⁄2 cup green onion, cut into 1 inch slices
• 1⁄2 teaspoon  dark sesame oil
•  fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Directions

1. Combine first 7 ingredients in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk.
2. Heat a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add canola oil to pan. Add shrimp to pan and stir-fry 1 minute or until shrimp begin to turn pink. Add garlic, ginger, and jalapeño; stir-fry 1 minute.
3. Stir in broth mixture and cook 1 minute or until shrimp are done and sauce is thickened, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; stir in onions and sesame oil. Garnish with cilantro sprigs, if desired.