Chinese-Style Crispy Shrimp With Sweet & Sour Sauce Recipe

Name: Chinese-Style Crispy Shrimp With Sweet & Sour Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: SHRIMP; 1 lb fresh shrimp or 1 lb frozen raw shrimp; 1 egg, slightly beaten; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1 teaspoon dry white wine; 1/2 teaspoon soy sauce; 1/4 teaspoon salt; vegetable oil; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup water; 3 tablespoons cornstarch; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt; RED SWEET AND SOUR SAUCE; 1/2 cup red wine vinegar; 1/2 cup catsup; 1/3 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper sauce

Servings: persons

SHRIMP
1 lb fresh shrimp or 1 lb frozen raw shrimp
1 egg, slightly beaten
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon dry white wine
1/2 teaspoon soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
vegetable oil
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup water
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
RED SWEET AND SOUR SAUCE
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 cup catsup
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon red pepper sauce

1
RED SWEET AND SOUR SAUCE:.
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Mix all ingredients.
3
Have ready for shrimp.
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SHRIMP:.
5
Remove shells from shrimp, leaving tails intact.
6
If shrimp are frozen do not thaw; peel under running cold water.
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Make a shallow cut lengthwise down back of each shrimp and devein.
8
Slit shrimp lengthwise down the back almost in half.
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Mix eggs, the 1 tablespoon cornstarch, the wine, soy sauce and the 1/4 teaspoon salt in glass bowl; stir in shrimp.
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Cover and refrigerate 10 minutes.
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Heat oil(1-1/2 inches) in 3 quart saucepan to 375u00b0F.
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Mix flour, water, the 3 tablespoons cornstarch, 1 tablespoon oil, baking soda and the 1/2 teaspoon salt.
13
Stir shrimp into batter until coated.
14
Fry 5 or 6 shrimp at a time, turning occasionally, until golden brown, 2-3 minutes; drain.
15
Serve hot with sauce.

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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: SHRIMP, 1 lb fresh shrimp or 1 lb frozen raw shrimp, 1 egg, slightly beaten, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, and more.

Yes, Chinese-Style Crispy Shrimp With Sweet & Sour Sauce 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-Style Crispy Shrimp With Sweet & Sour Sauce

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