Shrimp and Zucchini Stir Fry with Crispy Basil

This Shrimp and Zucchini Stir Fry Recipe will teach you how to get the perfect crunchy, snappy shrimp texture, and how to properly stir-fry shrimp so it is never overcooked.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 pound shrimp shelled, deveined
• 1 1/4 teaspoons salt (kosher or sea salt) divided
• 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon Asian sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil like canola, peanut, vegetable
• 1 fresh chili pepper sliced
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 2 cups sliced zucchini about 2 medium

• 2 teaspoons light soy sauce
• 1/4 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon Asian sesame oil

• 1 cup fresh basil leaves
• 4 tablespoons cooking oil like canola, peanut or vegetable