Gambas al ajillo estilo asiático

Ingredientes

• 1 pound shrimp (peeled, deveined and tail removed)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce (low sodium)
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 teaspoons ginger (freshly grated or chopped)
• 1 medium red chili (chopped)
• 1/2 cup water
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium)
• 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 2 green onions (chopped)

Preparación

1. 1

   In a bowl combine the shrimp with the marinade ingredients and let it sit for 5 minutes.

2. 2

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

3. 3

   Add the shrimp to the skillet and sear for about 45 seconds to 1 minute on each side until golden. Transfer to a bowl.

4. 4

   In the same skillet heat the sesame oil. Add the garlic, ginger and red chili and cook for 30 seconds until aromatic.

5. 5

   Add the water, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, oyster sauce to the skillet and stir. Let the sauce simmer for 2 to 3 minutes or until it starts to thicken a bit.

6. 6

   Return the shrimp back to the skillet and toss to coat evenly. Cook for another 1 minute to warm up the shrimp then remove from heat.

7. 7

   Garnish with green onions, additional red chilies and/or sesame seeds.