Shrimp With Hot Sauce, Szechuan Style Recipe

Name: Shrimp With Hot Sauce, Szechuan Style
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb fresh shrimp, shelled and deveined; 3 tablespoons cooking oil (total amount approximate); 8 dried hot red chili peppers; 2 teaspoons minced garlic; 1 carrot, sliced thinly; For Seasoning Sauce; 6 tablespoons soy sauce; 3 teaspoons sugar; 2 teaspoons dark sesame oil; 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce; 1 tablespoon rice wine (or other dry white wine); 2 teaspoons cornstarch; 1/4 cup water; 3 -4 cups hot steamed rice (optional)

Servings: persons

1 lb fresh shrimp, shelled and deveined
3 tablespoons cooking oil (total amount approximate)
8 dried hot red chili peppers
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 carrot, sliced thinly
For Seasoning Sauce
6 tablespoons soy sauce
3 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons dark sesame oil
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon rice wine (or other dry white wine)
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/4 cup water
3 -4 cups hot steamed rice (optional)

1
Stir together ingredients for the seasoning sauce in a small bowl and keep near the cooking area.
2
Stir together the cornstarch and water in a small dish and keep near the cooking area.
3
Heat small amount of oil in wok or large skillet.
4
Add shrimp and stir-fry until they just turn pink and start to curl; remove from pan and set aside.
5
Add a little oil to pan (if needed) and heat.
6
Add dried peppers and garlic to pan and cook just until you start to smell them; do not allow to burn.
7
Add the carrots and cook for 1- 1 1/2 minutes.
8
Return the shrimp to the pan and toss with the carrots.
9
Re-stir contents of seasoning bowl and add to pan.
10
Quickly stir all ingredients.
11
Re-stir the cornstarch and water slurry and add to the pan.
12
Stir mixture and cook until sauce thickens and shrimp are coated with sauce.
13
Remove from heat and serve with steamed rice (if desired).

631

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* 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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb fresh shrimp, shelled and deveined, 3 tablespoons cooking oil (total amount approximate), 8 dried hot red chili peppers, 2 teaspoons minced garlic, and more.

Yes, Shrimp With Hot Sauce, Szechuan Style 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 With Hot Sauce, Szechuan Style

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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