Ingredients
2tbspcornstarch,divided
2tspcooking sherry
1lblarge shrimp,(13-15 count), peeled and deveined
¼cupvegetable oil
2clovesgarlic,minced
1cupwater
2tbspsoy sauce
¼tspsugar
½tspsalt
1cuppeas,frozen, defrosted and drained
1cupcarrots,diced
1large egg,beaten
Preparation
In a large bowl, add 2 teaspoons of cornstarch to sherry and toss with shrimp.
Add oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the shrimp for 3 to 5 minutes.
Remove shrimp from the pan.
While shrimp is cooking, combine 1 cup water, soy sauce, sugar, salt and remaining cornstarch in a medium bowl.
Add garlic, carrots and peas and stir well, and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add sauce and simmer for about 2 to 3 minutes until sauce thickens.
Stir the sauce quickly while drizzling in beaten egg.
Add shrimp back to skillet and stir well before serving.