Stir-Fry Prawns In Black Bean Sauce

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Course : Stir-Fry
From: HungryMonster.com
Serves: 6
 

Ingredients:

2 tablespoons fermented black beans --
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon grated gingerroot
1 pound large prawns
1 cup sliced onion
2 teaspoons peanut oil
1 cup chopped bok choy
1/2 cup red bell pepper --
1/4 cup shiitake or other Asian mushrooms -- sliced
1/2 cup Chinese cabbage -- chopped
1 cup whole snow peas -- ends
1 teaspoon light miso
3/4 cup defatted chicken or fish stock
1 teaspoon honey
1 teaspoon low-sodium soy or tamari sauce
1 tablespoon arrowroot powder or cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water
1 bunches chopped cilantro -- for garnish
 

Preparation:

1. In a small bowl mash together black beans, half the garlic, and ginger until mixture forms a paste. This can also be done in an electric mini-chopper or small food processor. Set aside. Peel and devein prawns. 2. In a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat, sauté onion in peanut oil until soft but not brown, stirring constantly. Add remaining garlic, bok choy, bell pepper, and mushrooms. Stir-fry for 5 minutes. Add cabbage, snow peas, and black bean mixture. Cover and let cook for 2 to 3 minutes. 3. In a small bowl mix together miso and broth. Add to stir-fry with honey, soy sauce, and prawns. Stir-fry until prawns turn pink. In a small bowl mix together arrowroot and the water and add to stir-fry. Cook until slightly thickened (3 minutes). Serve at once. Pass around chopped cilantro for garnish.