Stir Fried Bean Sprouts With Shrimp

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 1 cup julliened carrot
• 3 scallions, sliced in 1-inch pieces
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms
• 1/2-1 cup sliced water chestnuts (depending on your taste)
• 1/2 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 1 lb bean sprouts (washed & dried)
• 1 tablespoon grated fresh gingerroot
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic
• 1 teaspoon brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• salt & pepper
• red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

1. 1

   Mix the brown sugar in the soy sauce until dissolved and set aside.

2. 2

   In large frying pan or wok, heat the oil on medium high.

3. 3

   Saute carrots, scallions, and mushrooms, just until tender.

4. 4

   Add the gingeroot and garlic, and season with salt and pepper. Add red pepper flakes if using.

5. 5

   Stir until well mixed.

6. 6

   Add the shrimp and soy sauce mixture and saute 3-5 minutes until the shrimp are cooked through.

7. 7

   Add bean sprouts and stir until heated through. These don't take long. Just be sure not to overcook the beansprouts. They are best when still cruncy.