Udang Tumis Mete (stir-fried Shrimp With Cashew Nuts)
Udang Tumis Mete, or Stir-Fried Shrimp with Cashew Nuts, is a popular dish in Indonesian Chinese cuisine. This flavorful and aromatic stir-fry is quick and easy to make, perfect for a delicious weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 pound (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup (150g) cashew nuts
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.
- Add the shrimp and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink. Remove the shrimp from the wok and set aside.
- Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of cooking oil in the same wok.
- Add the cashew nuts and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until they are lightly toasted. Remove the cashew nuts from the wok and set aside.
- Lower the heat to medium, add the garlic and onion to the wok, and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the red bell pepper and continue to stir-fry for another 2 minutes.
- Return the cooked shrimp and cashew nuts to the wok.
- Add the oyster sauce, soy sauce, sugar, and sesame oil. Stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until everything is well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 25 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 12g
- Protein
- 20g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Wok or large skillet Cutting board Knife Measuring spoons Measuring cups Spatula
Tools
Stovetop
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Udang Tumis Mete is best served hot over steamed white rice.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Be sure not to overcook the shrimp to keep them tender and juicy.
Cost
$15