Shrimp and Garlic Scape Stir-fry (Sumine Banchan Style)
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Create the popular ‘Sumine Banchan’ garlic scape and shrimp stir-fry right at home with this simple recipe. Flavored with just honey and soy sauce for a delightful sweet and savory taste, this dish is a guaranteed hit that perfectly complements your rice. It’s incredibly easy to make, even for beginner cooks.
Main Ingredients
- 100g red shrimp
- 2 bundles garlic scapes
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, stir-fry the red shrimp in a dry pan without any oil. Using chopsticks to gently stir will help keep the shrimp intact and prevent them from breaking apart, ensuring they cook up nicely. If you’re comfortable, you can swirl the pan instead, but gentle stirring with chopsticks is recommended for beginners.
Step 2
Prepare the garlic scapes by washing them thoroughly. (Tip: Trim off any tough ends from the garlic scapes for a more tender result.)
Step 3
The seasoning is wonderfully simple, requiring only soy sauce and honey. In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of soy sauce and 3 tablespoons of honey. Whisk them together until the honey is fully dissolved, creating your flavorful sauce. This simple mixture is all you need for delicious stir-fry.
Step 4
Cut the prepared garlic scapes into approximately 5cm lengths, making them easy to eat. Pieces that are too long can be difficult to stir-fry and awkward to handle when eating.
Step 5
Add the cut garlic scapes to the pan with the stir-fried shrimp. Continue to cook them together without adding any extra oil. This allows the flavors of the shrimp and the crispiness of the garlic scapes to meld beautifully.
Step 6
Pour the prepared soy sauce and honey mixture into the pan with the shrimp and garlic scapes. Stir everything well to ensure the sauce coats all the ingredients evenly and doesn’t burn.
Step 7
Just before turning off the heat, sprinkle in 1 tablespoon of toasted sesame seeds and 1 tablespoon of sesame oil. Give it a final gentle toss to combine. Be careful not to overcook the garlic scapes; aim to keep them a vibrant green. They will continue to cook slightly from the residual heat after the pan is off the stove, so slightly undercooked is perfectly fine. Letting it cool before storing will allow the flavors to deepen further.
Step 8
And there you have it – the Sumine Banchan style red shrimp and garlic scape stir-fry is ready! The subtle aroma of garlic, the satisfying crunch of the scapes, and the sweet and savory shrimp create a truly wonderful combination. This dish is a fantastic side for any meal or even a delightful snack.
