Yang Chow Slippery Shrimp Recipe

Name: Yang Chow Slippery Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound large shrimp; 1/4 cup plus 2 teaspoons cornstarch; 1/4 cup plus 2 teaspoons water; 2 cups oil; 2 large cloves garlic, minced; 1/2 teaspoon minced ginger root; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne (ok to sub red pepper flakes); 1 tablespoon ketchup; 1 tablespoon white vinegar; 1 tablespoon white wine; 1 1/2 tablespoon sugar or Splenda; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 4 green onions, sliced

Servings: persons

1 pound large shrimp
1/4 cup plus 2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/4 cup plus 2 teaspoons water
2 cups oil
2 large cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon minced ginger root
1/2 teaspoon cayenne (ok to sub red pepper flakes)
1 tablespoon ketchup
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 tablespoon white wine
1 1/2 tablespoon sugar or Splenda
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 green onions, sliced

1
Peel, devein, and BUTTERLFY the shrimp.
2
Mix the shrimp with 1/4 cup cornstarch to completely coat the shrimp.
3
Combine the remaining 2 teaspoons cornstarch with 2 teaspoons water in a bowl and set aside.
4
Pour the oil into a wok and heat over medium heat until hot. Add the shrimp and deep fry until golden about 45 seconds.
5
Drain the oil from wok, leaving 1 tablespoon. Reheat the wok and stir-fry the garlic, ginger, and red pepper. Stir for a few seconds, then add the ketchup, vinegar, wine, sugar, salt 1/4 cup water, and the reserved cornstarch mixture. Cook and stir until the sauce is thick.
6
Add the shrimp, toss until covered with sauce. Add the green onions and serve.

1345

kcal

Calories

120

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound large shrimp, 1/4 cup plus 2 teaspoons cornstarch, 1/4 cup plus 2 teaspoons water, 2 cups oil, and more.

Yes, Yang Chow Slippery 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.

Yang Chow Slippery Shrimp

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