Description
Chinese Peaches and Cream Shrimp is a delightful seafood dish combining tender shrimp with a creamy, sweet, and tangy peach sauce. This easy-to-make recipe balances savory shrimp with the subtle sweetness of peaches and a smooth, flavorful cream sauce, making it perfect for an impressive yet quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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Shrimp and Seasoning
- 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Sauce and Garnish
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup canned peach slices drained and diced
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon sweet chili sauce
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season evenly with salt and white pepper. Toss the shrimp with cornstarch until they are lightly coated on all sides to help achieve a slight crust when cooked.
- Cook the shrimp: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Place the shrimp in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 2 to 3 minutes per side until they turn pink and are just cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the pan and set aside to prevent overcooking.
- Sauté the garlic: Reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic to the same pan. Stir quickly for about 20 seconds until it becomes fragrant but does not brown.
- Make the sauce: Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the heavy cream, mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, lemon juice, and sugar until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add peaches and thicken: Incorporate the diced peaches into the sauce and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and the flavors meld together.
- Combine shrimp with sauce: Return the cooked shrimp to the pan and gently toss them in the creamy peach sauce. Continue cooking for 1 to 2 minutes more just to heat the shrimp through and blend the flavors.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from heat, sprinkle with chopped green onions for a fresh finish, and serve the dish immediately over steamed rice for a complete meal.
Notes
- Use fresh ripe peaches when in season for a brighter, fresher flavor.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the sugar amount according to your taste preference.
- Be careful not to overcook the shrimp, which can make them tough and rubbery.
