Thai Shrimp

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Thai fish sauce
• 2 teaspoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon cooking oil
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 small hot chili peppers, minced (optional)
• 1 lb peeled and deveined raw large shrimp
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint

Directions

1. 1

   In a small bowl, combine the lime juice, fish sauce, brown sugar, and cornstarch.

2. 2

   Set aside.

3. 3

   Place a skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add the oil, garlic and chili.

4. 4

   Saute for 2 minutes and add the shrimp, sauteing for 3 to 5 minutes or until shrimp turn white.

5. 5

   Add the basil and mint and stir in the lime juice mixture.

6. 6

   Cook for 2 more minutes and serve.