Stir-Fried Pickled Mustard Greens with Roe Shrimp
A classic savory Chinese home-style dish that pairs tangy pickled mustard greens with sweet, tender small roe shrimp, perfect for serving alongside plain steamed rice.
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This humble, comforting dish is a long-standing staple of everyday Chinese family cooking, prized for its bright, balanced flavors and extremely fast prep time. The briny, fermented tang of the pickled mustard greens cuts through the natural sweetness of the fresh roe shrimp, creating a deeply satisfying, no-fuss meal that is a go-to choice for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Instructions
Step 1
Ingredients: small shrimp with roe
Step 2
Pickled mustard greens (pre-washed), sliced ginger
Step 3
Use scissors to trim the antennae off the small shrimp with roe.
Step 4
Rinse them briefly.
Step 5
Drain and set aside.
Step 6
Place the pre-washed pickled mustard greens on a cutting board and chop them into small pieces.
Step 7
Heat a wok, add oil and heat until hot, then add sliced ginger and stir-fry until fragrant.
Step 8
Next, add the rinsed small shrimp with roe.
Step 9
Add a small amount of cooking wine.
Step 10
Stir-fry briefly.
Step 11
Then, add the chopped pickled mustard greens and stir-fry thoroughly.
Step 12
Finally, add a small amount of salt.
Step 13
Add a small amount of chicken essence.
Step 14
Adjust the seasoning, stir-fry until evenly mixed, and it is ready.
Step 15
Scoop out and serve on a plate.