Shrimp in Chili Sauce (Ebi No Chili Sauce) Recipe

Name: Shrimp in Chili Sauce (Ebi No Chili Sauce)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb medium-sized shrimp, peeled & deveined; 1 pinch salt; 1 pinch fresh ground pepper; 1 tablespoon sake; 1 teaspoon cornstarch; 1 teaspoon sesame oil; 2 tablespoons minced ginger; 2 teaspoons minced garlic; 3 tablespoons canola oil; 1 teaspoon cornstarch; 1 teaspoon water; 2 teaspoons chili bean sauce (Tobanjan); 2 tablespoons ketchup; 2 tablespoons sake; 1 tablespoon sugar; ⅓ teaspoon salt; 5 tablespoons water; 1 tablespoon rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 1 scallion, chopped

Servings: persons

1 lb medium-sized shrimp, peeled & deveined
1 pinch salt
1 pinch fresh ground pepper
1 tablespoon sake
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon sesame oil
2 tablespoons minced ginger
2 teaspoons minced garlic
3 tablespoons canola oil
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon water
2 teaspoons chili bean sauce (Tobanjan)
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 tablespoons sake
1 tablespoon sugar
⅓ teaspoon salt
5 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 scallion, chopped

1
In a small bowl, combine the shrimp, salt, pepper, sake, cornstarch & sesame oil.
2
Mix to coat the shrimp evenly.
3
In a wok or large frying pan, heat 2 Tbs oil over high heat.
4
When pan is hot, add shrimp and stir w/spatula until they just start to turn pink.
5
Remove shrimp from pan and set aside.
6
In the same pan add 1 Tbs oil on med/high heat.
7
Add ginger and garlic and saute until fragrant, then add Sauce A ingredients to the pan and continue cooking for about 3 more minutes, stirring constantly.
8
Lower heat to medium then add Sauce B ingredients to the pan.
9
Continue cooking for about 5 minutes longer making sure all the ingredients are mixed together well.
10
Return the shrimp to the pan, stir to combine, add the cornstarch/water mixture to thicken.
11
Don't over cook the shrimp.
12
Serve with rice.

306

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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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb medium-sized shrimp, peeled & deveined, 1 pinch salt, 1 pinch fresh ground pepper, 1 tablespoon sake, and more.

Yes, Shrimp in Chili Sauce (Ebi No Chili 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Shrimp in Chili Sauce (Ebi No Chili Sauce)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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