Cantonese Stir Fried Lover's Shrimp

Shrimp with two different flavors, divided in half on a serving platter, makes a striking presentation and can be very romantic.

Peel and devein shrimps if necessary.

Rinse and drain.

Combine ingredients for marinade.

Add shrimp , allowing to sit at least 15-20 minutes.

Prepare seasoning sauce in a small bowl and set aside.

Trim ends off snow peas.

Parboil and set aside.

Heat 1 tbsp oil in wok.

Stir-fry the snow peas for a few moments , until crisp-tender.

Season with salt , and place in the center of serving platter.

Heat 8 tbsp oil in wok.

Add shrimp and stir-fry until shrimp change color and curl.

Remove shrimp with a strainer.

Drain shrimp and set aside.

Drain all oil from wok except 1 tbsp.

Stir-fry chopped scallions and minced ginger for a few seconds until fragrance is released.

Then stir in shrimp.

Pour in seasoning sauce , stirring thoroughly.

Remove half of shrimp and place them to one side of the platter.

Add the 3 tbsp ketchup to the shrimp remaining in wok and stir briskly.

Remove those shrimp , placing them on the other side of the platter.

Serve hot with steamed rice.

salt, rice wine, egg white, cornstarch, sesame oil, shrimp, fresh snow pea, scallions, fresh ginger, ketchup, peanut oil