Huangshan Maofeng Tea Shrimp
黄山毛峰虾仁
Fresh shrimp stir-fried with Huangshan Maofeng green tea leaves. Delicate, fragrant — Anhui's answer to Longjing shrimp.
📋 Ingredients
What Is Huangshan Maofeng Tea Shrimp?
💡 Ingredient Notes: Huangshan Maofeng Tea Shrimp (黄山毛峰虾仁) is an Anhui specialty — fresh shrimp stir-fried with Huangshan Maofeng tea, one of China's most famous green teas. Similar to Zhejiang's Longjing Shrimp but using Anhui's local tea. The tea leaves impart a delicate, floral, slightly sweet aroma that complements the sweet shrimp. Quick to cook (under 10 minutes) and elegant to serve — the essence of Anhui's refined cuisine.
Ingredients You'll Need
The Dish
- 350g shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp Huangshan Maofeng tea (or any green tea)
- 3 tbsp hot water (80°C)
- 1 egg white
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp cooking oil
- 1 tsp grated ginger
📝 Instructions
Brew the tea
Steep Maofeng tea in hot water (80°C, not boiling) for 3 minutes. Save both liquid and leaves.
Velvet the shrimp
Toss shrimp with egg white, cornstarch, and salt. Let sit 10 minutes for silky texture.
Stir-fry
Heat oil in a wok. Add ginger, then shrimp. Stir-fry 1 minute until just pink. Add tea liquid and tea leaves. Toss 30 seconds. Serve immediately.
💡 Pro Tips
- 💡Don't overcook the shrimp — 60-90 seconds total. They continue cooking off-heat.
- 💡Use good quality green tea — Maofeng is traditional, but any Chinese green tea works.
- 💡The tea leaves are eaten — they're tender and add flavor.
📊 Nutrition Facts
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Where do I get Maofeng tea? Tea shops, Chinese grocery stores, or online. Any high-quality Chinese green tea works as a substitute.
