Asian Garlic Shrimp

Ingredients  

• 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons coconut or brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons olive, vegetable or canola oil, divided
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound medium or large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 4 scallions, cut into circles
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Instructions 

1. Place the first 7 ingredients in a large bowl (only one tablespoon of the oil) and stir to combine.
2. Add shrimp and marinade for 30 minutes on the counter or covered and refrigerated for an hour.
3. Place a large wok or sauté pan over medium high heat and add the remaining oil. Using a slotted spoon add the shrimp and saute for 4-5 minutes stirring once until turning pink and opaque.
4. Remove the shrimp to a bowl.
5. Add the remaining soy sauce mixture and scallions to the pan and boil over high heat for 2 minutes or until mixture thickens.
6. Pour the sauce over the shrimp and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Serve with desired accompaniments.