At the center of a sleek black plate, a pile of glossy orange-colored stir-fry catches the eyes, speckled with green chive blossoms and pink shrimp. Slices of orange adorn the side of the plate, suggesting a sweet kick, while a sprinkle of white sesame seeds over the colorful mound adds a final touch of contrast.

Stir-fried Chive Blossom and Shrimp in Spiced Orange Sauce

Name: Stir-fried Chive Blossom and Shrimp in Spiced Orange Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Chinese Fusion
Ingredients: Chive blossoms, 2 cups coarsely chopped; Shrimps, 1 lb peeled and deveined; Medium sized Oranges, 2 zested and juiced; Garlic, 3 cloves minced; Ginger, 1 piece about 2 inches grated; Cornstarch, 2 tsp; Spring onions, 2 chopped; Red bell pepper, 1 julienned; Crushed red pepper flakes, 1/2 tsp; Sesame seeds, 1 tsp roasted; Vegetable oil, 2 tbsp; Salt, to taste

Category Main Course

Prep 15 minutes

Cook 10 minutes

Style Chinese Fusion

Technique Stir-Frying

Diet Friendly Pescatarian

Daily Recipe: March 02, 2025

This dish brings a twist on a classic Chinese ingredient - chives. Not only would this dish warm you up on a chilly day, but it also looks vivid with different colors from vegetables, making it the perfect Insta-worthy dish.

Ingredients (for 4)

Chive blossoms - 2 cups - coarsely chopped
Shrimps - 1 lb - peeled and deveined
Medium sized oranges - 2 - zested and juiced
Garlic - 3 cloves - minced
Ginger - 1 piece about 2 inches - grated
Cornstarch - 2 tsp
Spring onions - 2 - chopped
Red bell pepper - 1 - julienned
Crushed red pepper flakes - 1/2 tsp
Sesame seeds - 1 tsp - roasted
Vegetable oil - 2 tbsp
Salt - to taste

Preparation

Step 1 - 🍊🥣🥄

In a bowl, whisk together orange juice, orange zest, minced garlic, grated ginger, and cornstarch until well combined. Set aside.
Step 2 - 🍤🍳🧂

Heat 1 tbsp of vegetable oil in a pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add shrimp to the pan, season with a pinch of salt, and cook until pink. Remove and set aside.
Step 3 - 🌶️🥬🍳

In the same pan, add the remaining oil, and saute the red bell pepper and spring onions until just tender.
Step 4 - 🌸🍤🌶️

Stir in the chive blossoms, shrimp, and the orange sauce. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes and allow to cook for 2-3 minutes, until the sauce has thickened slightly.
Step 5 - 🌡️🔥🍽️

Turn off the heat and sprinkle roasted sesame seeds on top. Serve immediately.

Additional

Make sure that you don't overcook the shrimp, or they'll become rubbery. If you want to prepare this meal ahead, you can create the sauce and prep the vegetables before time; just throw everything in the pan when it's time to serve! If you're not into heat, feel free to reduce or omit the red pepper flakes. You could also squeeze some extra orange juice on top before serving for additional sweetness. It's a fun recipe that kids can help prep!