recipe: Mama Chang's Stir-Fried Shrimp and Scallions

4 servings

1 1/2 lbs. shelled and deveined large shrimp
3 garlic cloves, sliced
One 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and minced
1 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper
1 large egg white
2 tsp. cornstarch (divided)
3/4 cup ketchup
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 Tbs. sugar
1 1/2 tsp. freshly ground pepper
1 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
1/4 cup canola oil
3 scallions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup coarsely chopped cilantro

1. In a large bowl, toss the shrimp with the garlic, ginger, red pepper, egg white, and 1 tsp. of the cornstarch until well-coated.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk the ketchup with the broth, sugar, pepper, salt, and the remaining 1 tsp. of the cornstarch.
3. In a very large skillet, heat the oil until shimmering. Add the shrimp and stir-fry over high heat until they begin to turn pink. Add the ketchup mixture and simmer until the shrimp are cooked, about 2 minutes. Stir in the scallions and cilantro and serve.