Hot Ginger Shrimp Salad Recipe

Name: Hot Ginger Shrimp Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb small shrimp, peeled and deveined; 2 teaspoons mixed spice, listed below; 3 tablespoons sesame seeds; 1 ounce bean thread noodles; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; ½ teaspoon sesame oil, plus; 1 teaspoon salt; 3 tablespoons minced fresh ginger; 2 teaspoons minced garlic; ¼ cup dry sherry; ¼ cup rice wine vinegar; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 cup diced fresh mango; ¼ cup chopped green onion; 1 pinch red pepper flakes; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro; 8 sprigs fresh cilantro, for garnish; 1 head bibb lettuce, cored and leaves separated; ½ cup thinly sliced peeled seeded, drained cucumber; 8 chives; mixed spice; 2 ½ tablespoons paprika; 2 tablespoons salt; 2 tablespoons garlic powder; 1 tablespoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon onion powder; 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper; 1 tablespoon dried oregano leaves; 1 tablespoon dried thyme

Servings: persons

1 lb small shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 teaspoons mixed spice, listed below
3 tablespoons sesame seeds
1 ounce bean thread noodles
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
½ teaspoon sesame oil, plus
1 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
2 teaspoons minced garlic
¼ cup dry sherry
¼ cup rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1 cup diced fresh mango
¼ cup chopped green onion
1 pinch red pepper flakes
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
8 sprigs fresh cilantro, for garnish
1 head bibb lettuce, cored and leaves separated
½ cup thinly sliced peeled seeded, drained cucumber
8 chives
mixed spice
2 ½ tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried oregano leaves
1 tablespoon dried thyme

1
Preheat a fryer to 350 degrees F.
2
In a bowl, season the shrimp with the spice mix.
3
In a small skillet, stirring, dry cook the sesame seeds over medium heat until lightly toasted.
4
Remove from the heat.
5
Add the cellophane noodles to the fryer and fry quickly until puffed and golden.
6
Remove from the oil and drain on paper towels.
7
Season lightly with salt.
8
Set aside.
9
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil and 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil over high heat.
10
Add the shrimp, ginger, and garlic, and quickly cook, stirring, until the shrimp are pink and firm, about 1 1/2 to 2 minutes.
11
Remove from the pan with a slotted spoon.
12
Add the sherry and vinegar, and stir to deglaze the pan over medium heat.
13
Add the sugar and stir to dissolve.
14
Cook until the mixture is reduced by half.
15
Add the remaining 1 teaspoon of sesame oil, mangoes, green onions, and pepper flakes, and stir to warm through and wilt.
16
Remove from the heat and add the shrimp and ginger mixture, and cilantro.
17
Stir to warm through and adjust seasoning, to taste.
18
Divide the lettuces among 4 plates and top with the shrimp mixture.
19
Arrange cucumber slices on top and sprinkle with the toasted sesame seeds.
20
Garnish with fried noodles, cilantro sprigs, and chives, and serve immediately.

431

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 29 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb small shrimp, peeled and deveined, 2 teaspoons mixed spice, listed below, 3 tablespoons sesame seeds, 1 ounce bean thread noodles, and more.

Yes, Hot Ginger Shrimp Salad falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Hot Ginger Shrimp Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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