Slippery Shrimp

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This saucy, spicy-sweet shrimp, which infuses hints of garlic, ginger, and tomato, was inspired by Yang Chow restaurant in the Chinatown district of LA.

Submitted by Angela Wolery-Garcia
Updated on September 24, 2024
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 2 cups peanut oil for frying

  • 1 pound peeled and deveined large shrimp

  • 1/4 cup cornstarch, more as needed

  • 2 large cloves garlic, minced

  • ½ teaspoon minced fresh ginger

  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper

  • 1 tablespoon white wine

  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar

  • 1 tablespoon ketchup

  • 5 teaspoons white sugar

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • 5 green onions, sliced

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a wok to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

  2. Toss shrimp with 1/4 cup cornstarch to coat. Drop into hot oil, and quickly fry until golden brown, about 45 seconds. Drain on paper towels and set aside.

  3. Remove oil from the wok, leaving 1 tablespoon behind. Add garlic, ginger, and cayenne pepper. Cook, stirring continuously, until garlic is fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add wine, vinegar, ketchup, sugar, salt, and 1/4 cup water. Bring to a boil over high heat.

  4. Dissolve 2 teaspoons cornstarch in 2 teaspoons water. Stir into boiling sauce until thickened, about 1 minute. Add shrimp and green onions to sauce and toss to coat.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

258 Calories
12g Fat
17g Carbs
19g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 258
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g 16%
Saturated Fat 2g 11%
Cholesterol 173mg 58%
Sodium 536mg 23%
Total Carbohydrate 17g 6%
Dietary Fiber 1g 3%
Total Sugars 7g
Protein 19g 38%
Vitamin C 7mg 8%
Calcium 55mg 4%
Iron 3mg 18%
Potassium 246mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.