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Chinese Salt and Pepper Shrimp

  • Author: slsrecipes
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4 as appetizer or 2 as main
  • Category: Seafood
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Chinese

Description

Chinese Salt and Pepper Shrimp is a crispy Cantonese seafood dish featuring lightly battered shrimp tossed with garlic, fresh chilies, and cracked pepper for an irresistible appetizer or main dish.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails on
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp white pepper
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 fresh red or green chilies, sliced
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • Vegetable oil, for frying

Instructions

  1. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  2. In a bowl, mix cornstarch, flour, a pinch of salt, and a bit of pepper.
  3. Toss the shrimp in the dry mixture until evenly coated.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a wok or deep skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Fry the shrimp in batches until golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  6. In a clean pan, heat a little oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sliced chilies, sauté until fragrant.
  7. Add the fried shrimp back into the pan and toss with the sautéed aromatics.
  8. Season generously with salt and freshly cracked black and white pepper. Add chopped green onions and give everything a final toss.
  9. Serve hot with steamed rice or as an appetizer.

Notes

  • Use fresh shrimp for best texture and flavor.
  • Adjust the amount of chilies to control spice level.
  • Reheat leftovers in a skillet or air fryer for maximum crispiness.
  • Try adding Sichuan peppercorns for extra authentic flavor.

Find it online: https://quickpantrymeals.com/chinese-salt-and-pepper-shrimp/