Crispy Salt-and-Pepper Shrimp Recipe

Name: Crispy Salt-and-Pepper Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound large shrimp, heads removed and deveined, shells on; 1 tablespoon shao-hsing wine or dry sherry; 2 teaspoons light soy sauce; 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil; 1 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided; 1/4 cup cornstarch; Vegetable oil for frying; 1 serrano chili, diced; 4 cloves garlic, finely diced; 1/2 teaspoon szechuan peppercorns, roasted and ground; 1/4 teaspoon chinese five-spice powder

Servings: persons

1 pound large shrimp, heads removed and deveined, shells on
1 tablespoon shao-hsing wine or dry sherry
2 teaspoons light soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
1 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1/4 cup cornstarch
Vegetable oil for frying
1 serrano chili, diced
4 cloves garlic, finely diced
1/2 teaspoon szechuan peppercorns, roasted and ground
1/4 teaspoon chinese five-spice powder

1
Rinse the shrimp and pat dry.
2
In a large bowl, combine the shrimp with the wine, soy sauce, sesame oil, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
3
Let the shrimp marinate for 15 to 20 minutes.
4
Drain the shrimp and pat dry; discard the marinade.
5
Toss the shrimp in the cornstarch.
6
Heat several inches of vegetable oil in a wok over medium-high heat.
7
Carefully drop the shrimp into the oil in batches.
8
The shrimp should cook through in 50 to 60 seconds (the shells will turn bright pink).
9
Remove them with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
10
Discard all but 2 tablespoons of the oil in the wok.
11
Add the salt, chili, garlic, peppercorn, five-spice powder, and 1 teaspoon salt to the oil, still over medium-high heat.
12
Stir the seasonings into the oil for 1 minute.
13
Return the shrimp to the wok and toss to combine for 30 seconds.
14
Serve immediately.

154

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound large shrimp, heads removed and deveined, shells on, 1 tablespoon shao-hsing wine or dry sherry, 2 teaspoons light soy sauce, 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil, and more.

Yes, Crispy Salt-and-Pepper 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.

Crispy Salt-and-Pepper Shrimp

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