Chinese Popcorn Shrimp (Sweet and Pungent Shrimp) Recipe

Name: Chinese Popcorn Shrimp (Sweet and Pungent Shrimp)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. raw shrimp; 1/2 egg white, beaten; 1 cup cornstarch; 1/2 tsp. salt; 3 to 4 cups oil, for deep-frying; Green onions, for garnish; 4-1/2 tbsp. sugar; 4-1/2 tbsp. ketchup; 1/4 cup vinegar; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1 tbsp. sherry; 1/2 tsp. cornstarch; 1 tsp. oil; 2 cloves garlic, large, minced; 3/4 tsp. minced fresh ginger root; 1 tbsp. chopped green onion; 1 tsp. crushed red pepper; 1 tsp. lemon zest; 1 tsp. orange zest

Servings: persons

1 lb. raw shrimp
1/2 egg white, beaten
1 cup cornstarch
1/2 tsp. salt
3 to 4 cups oil, for deep-frying
Green onions, for garnish
4-1/2 tbsp. sugar
4-1/2 tbsp. ketchup
1/4 cup vinegar
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tbsp. sherry
1/2 tsp. cornstarch
1 tsp. oil
2 cloves garlic, large, minced
3/4 tsp. minced fresh ginger root
1 tbsp. chopped green onion
1 tsp. crushed red pepper
1 tsp. lemon zest
1 tsp. orange zest

1
Heat oil in deep fryer to 375 degrees F. (Use a deep fat thermometer) Mix egg white and cornstarch.
2
Dip cleaned shrimp in cornstarch mixture.
3
Gently lower shrimp into hot fat.
4
Let fry until golden-brown.
5
Sweet and pungent sauce Mix the cornstarch with the sherry.
6
Heat the oil in a wok, add salt, garlic, ginger.
7
Chow for 30 seconds.
8
Add the rest of the ingredients and let cook until the cornstarch turns translucent.
9
Turn off the heat.
10
This sauce may be made up to two hours in advance.
11
Pour the sauce over the fried shrimp just before serving.
12
Garnish with chopped scallion(green onion)

1425

kcal

Calories

Fat

156

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb. raw shrimp, 1/2 egg white, beaten, 1 cup cornstarch, 1/2 tsp. salt, and more.

Yes, Chinese Popcorn Shrimp (Sweet and Pungent Shrimp) falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chinese Popcorn Shrimp (Sweet and Pungent Shrimp)

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