Shrimp in Black Bean Sauce

• Recipe by Kathy Gunst

Ingredients

1. 1 1/2 pounds shelled and deveined medium shrimp
2. 1 tablespoon cornstarch
3. 2 tablespoons peanut oil
4. One 2-inch piece of ginger, peeled and julienned, plus 1 1/2 tablespoons minced ginger
5. 8 scallions, white and light green parts only, cut into 1 1/2-inch lengths
6. 1/4 teaspoon hot chili oil
7. 2 1/2 tablespoons Chinese black beans, rinsed and coarsely chopped
8. 1/4 cup soy sauce
9. 1/3 cup water
10. 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
11. White rice, for serving

Directions

1. In a medium bowl, toss the shrimp with the cornstarch.
2. In a wok, heat the peanut oil until shimmering. Add the minced ginger, half of the scallions and the chili oil and stir-fry over high heat for 30 seconds. Add the shrimp and julienned ginger; stir-fry for 1 minute. Add the remaining scallions and the black beans. Stir in the soy, water and vinegar. Simmer until the sauce is slightly thickened, about 2 minutes. Serve with white rice.