SZECHWAN SHRIMP

SZECHWAN SHRIMP
(For more or less heat, adjust the amount or red pepper).


4 Tbsp. water
2 Tbsp. ketchup
1 Tbsp. soy sauce
2 Tbsp. cornstarch
1 tsp. honey
½ tsp. crushed red pepper
¼ tsp. ground ginger
1 Tbsp. vegetable oil
¼ cup sliced green onions
4 cloves garlic, minced
12 oz. cooked shrimp, tails removed


In a bowl, stir together, water, ketchup, soy sauce, cornstarch, honey, crushed red pepper, and ground ginger. Set aside.

Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in green onions and garlic; cook 30 seconds. Stir in shrimp, and toss to coat with oil. Stir in sauce. Cook and stir until sauce is bubbly and thickened.

Yield: 4 servings.