Zhejiang Longjing Shrimp

Zhèjiāng Lóngjǐng Xiārén (Longjing Tea Shrimp) is a refined Hangzhou dish that combines fresh river shrimp with Dragon Well (Longjing) green tea leaves. The shrimp are quickly stir-fried to maintain their natural sweetness, while the tea leaves impart a subtle, fragrant aroma. The dish is pale green and white — as beautiful to look at as it is delicious to eat.

食材清单

• 300 g fresh river shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 2 tbsp fresh Longjing tea leaves (or 1 tbsp dried)
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tbsp egg white
• 1 tsp cornstarch
• 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine

制作步骤

1. Brew Longjing tea leaves in a small amount of hot water. Separate leaves from liquid.
2. Marinate shrimp with egg white, cornstarch, salt, and wine for 15 minutes.
3. Heat oil in a wok until just warm (about 80°C). Stir-fry shrimp very briefly for 30 seconds.
4. Remove shrimp. Add tea leaves and a splash of tea liquid.
5. Return shrimp, add sugar and salt. Toss gently for 30 seconds. Serve immediately.