A good stir-fry should have layers of textures and flavors and come together in minutes once the prep work is done. This ...

Raw shrimp: Use medium or large shrimp for the best result. Do not forget to remove the tail, peel, and devein the shrimp. Shrimp has a tender, succulent texture.

This dish gets a lot of its flavour from belacan - salted, fermented shrimp paste. It has a very strong smell that some people find unpleasant, but it's essential to many Asian cuisines.