SHRIMP AND PEA PODS RECIPES

Steps:

• In a shallow dish, combine the soy sauce, cornstarch and brown sugar. Add the chicken; turn to coat. Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the sherry, hoisin, cilantro, sugar and Mongolian Fire oil until smooth; set aside. Drain chicken and discard marinade., In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry chicken in 1 tablespoon canola oil until no longer pink. Remove and keep warm. Stir-fry the pea pods, tomatoes, garlic and ginger in remaining oil until vegetables are crisp-tender, 2-4 minutes., Add sherry mixture to the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until slightly thickened, about 2 minutes. Add chicken; heat through. Serve with rice.

Steps:

• In a medium pot, heat oil on medium-low heat. Add red peppers and sauté until soft, about 4 minutes.
• Add scallion whites, 1/4 cup cilantro, garlic and red pepper flakes, cook 1 minute.
• Add tomatoes, coconut milk and 1/4 teaspoon salt, increase heat and bring to a boil, cover and simmer on low about 10 minutes to let the flavors blend and to thicken the sauce.
• Add shrimp and cook 5 to 6 minutes, until opaque and cooked through.
• Add lime juice.
• To serve, divide equally among 4 bowls, about 1 1/4 cups then top with scallions and cilantro.