Chinese Stir Fry Oysters with Garlic and Green Onions Recipe

oysters

💰Cheaper: mushrooms

Mushrooms provide a similar umami flavor and texture.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free while liquid aminos is often cheaper.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a more affordable option with a neutral flavor.

ginger

💰Cheaper: ground ginger

Ground ginger is a cost-effective substitute.

Drain the water from the oysters and wash them to clean off any sticky residue.

Boil water in a pot until bubbling, then add the oysters and a couple of slices of ginger.

Boil the oysters for about 3 minutes until they become more solid, then turn off the heat and remove them from the water.

Coat the oysters with cornstarch to cover them evenly.

Prepare the sauce by mixing 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce, 0.5 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, white pepper, black pepper, and 2 tablespoons of water in a bowl.

Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a wok over medium heat and add 1 teaspoon of ginger, 1 teaspoon of garlic, and some red hot pepper, cooking until fragrant.

Add the oysters and some chopped green onions to the wok, browning them slightly.

Pour the prepared sauce over the oysters and stir to combine.

Add a handful of cilantro and some additional green onions, then turn off the heat and serve.

Cooking Techniques

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