Thai Shrimp

By Dottiejk

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon lime juice (fresh)
• 1 teaspoon Thai fish sauce
• 2 teaspoon brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon cooking oil
• 4 clove garlic; minced
• 2 small fresh, hot chilies; minced (optional)
• 1 pound large shrimp; peeled, deveined
• 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves; chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh mint; chopped

Preparation

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine the lime juice, fish sauce, brown sugar, and
cornstarch. Set aside.

Place a skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add the oil, garlic and
chili. Saute for 2 minutes and add the shrimp, sauteing for 3 to 5 minutes
or until shrimp turn white. Add the basil and mint and stir in the lime
juice mixture. Cook for 2 more minutes and serve.