Sizzled Chili Shrimp Recipe

Name: Sizzled Chili Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 T soy sauce; 5 T dry sherry; 3 dried red chilies, seeded and chopped; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; 2 t grated gingerroot; 5 T water; 1 1/4 raw, shelled jumbo shrimp or tiger prawns; 1 large bunch scallions, chopped; 2/3 C salted cashews; 3 T vegetable oil; 2 t cornstarch

Servings: persons

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1. Mix the soy sauce with the shrry, chilies, garlic, ginger and water in a large bowl.
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2. Add the shrimp or prawns, scallions and cashews and mix well. Cover tightly and leave to marinate for at least 2 hours (no more than 3 hours), stirring occasionally.
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3. Heat the oil in a large wok. Drain the shrimp, scallions and cashews from the marinade with a slotted spoon and add to the skilled, reserving the marinade. Stir-fry over a high heat for 1 - 2 minutes.
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4. Mix the reserved marinade with the cornstarch, then add to the skillet and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until the marinade forms a slightly thieckened shiny glaze over the shrimp mixture.
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5. Serve the shrimp immediately with rice.

1065

kcal

Calories

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 5 T soy sauce, 5 T dry sherry, 3 dried red chilies, seeded and chopped, 2 garlic cloves, crushed, and more.

Yes, Sizzled Chili 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Sizzled Chili Shrimp

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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