Stir Fried Lobster with Ginger and Scallions
This is a classic Chinese dish that brings out the sweet flavor of lobster meat. The ginger and scallions add a fragrant aroma that makes this dish irresistible.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
- Cornstarch - 1 teaspoon
- Chinese cooking wine - 1 tablespoon
- Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
- Scallions - 4, cut into 2-inch pieces
- Ginger - 1 large piece, thinly sliced
- Live lobsters - 2 medium-sized
Let's Get Started
- Kill the lobsters by inserting a knife into their heads. Cut the lobsters into pieces and crack the claws.
- Mix the soy sauce, Chinese cooking wine, and cornstarch in a bowl to make the sauce.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large frying pan over high heat.
- Add the ginger and scallions and stir-fry for a minute until fragrant.
- Add the lobster pieces and stir-fry for about 5 minutes until they turn red.
- Pour the sauce over the lobster and continue to stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until the lobster is well-coated with the sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the stir-fried lobster with ginger and scallions immediately.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 10g
- Protein: 40g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Sugar: 3g
