LEMON SHRIMP SAUTE
According to the Five Element Theory, the Kidney is associated with the water element. Foods from the ocean support healthy Kidney function. The Kidney is also known as the mother of the Liver. When the mother is balanced, the child will receive the benefits.
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In a small bowl add the egg white and beat until frothy.
Add shrimp. Mix well with your fingers so shrimp are evenly coated.
Add 1/4 teaspoon of salt, mushroom powder and mix again with your fingers. Add sweet potato starch and mix once more.
Let sit for 5 minutes.
Add oil and the additional salt to a heated wok.
Add shrimp immediately before the oil has a chance to heat-up.
Add garlic and toss until shrimp have almost changed color.
Add scallions and the cilantro and toss.
Squeeze 1/2 a lemon over the shrimp, toss gently and serve.
Note: The wok should be hot but the oil cold when you add the shrimp. This will allow the shrimp to cook on the inside without overcooking.
Serve this tasty dish on its own or over your favorite rice or Asian-style noodles.
Ingredients
Directions
In a small bowl add the egg white and beat until frothy.
Add shrimp. Mix well with your fingers so shrimp are evenly coated.
Add 1/4 teaspoon of salt, mushroom powder and mix again with your fingers. Add sweet potato starch and mix once more.
Let sit for 5 minutes.
Add oil and the additional salt to a heated wok.
Add shrimp immediately before the oil has a chance to heat-up.
Add garlic and toss until shrimp have almost changed color.
Add scallions and the cilantro and toss.
Squeeze 1/2 a lemon over the shrimp, toss gently and serve.
Note: The wok should be hot but the oil cold when you add the shrimp. This will allow the shrimp to cook on the inside without overcooking.
