Shrimp with Hoisin Sauce

The sweetness of hoisin sauce and the spice of ginger and garlic make this dish a rich, tasty treat.

1 lb. medium-sized fresh shrimp, shelled and deveined, or 2 7-oz. packages frozen raw shrimp, thawed*  
½ c. water 
1 tbsp. cornstarch 
2 tbsp. soy sauce 
½ c. hoisin sauce 
¼ c. vegetable oil 
2 thin slices fresh ginger root, peeled and minced 
1 clove garlic, crushed 
3 scallions, cut into 
1-inch pieces 

How to cook :

• Mix water, cornstarch, soy sauce, and hoisin sauce in a bowl. Set aside.
• Heat oil in a skillet or wok.
• Add ginger root and garlic.
• Add shrimp and stir-fry until they turn pink (about 5 minutes).
• Add scallions and stir-fry for 1 minute.
• Add sauce mixture and cook for 2 minutes.