Ingredients
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- 1 pound large shrimp (shell-on)
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 stalks green onions (sliced)
- 1 small red chili (optional, sliced)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon white pepper
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Heat a wok or large skillet over high heat and add about 1 inch of oil.
- In a bowl, toss the shrimp with cornstarch until fully coated. In another small bowl, mix together salt and white pepper.
- Prepare garlic, green onions, and chilies in advance so they’re ready to toss in quickly.
- Fry the shrimp in small batches for about 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- Remove most of the oil from the pan, leaving a thin layer. Stir-fry garlic and chilies for 30 seconds.
- Return shrimp to the pan, add the salt and pepper mix, and toss to coat evenly. Add green onions and stir briefly.
- Serve immediately while hot and crispy.
Notes
- Use shell-on shrimp for the best texture and flavor.
- Be sure to dry shrimp thoroughly to ensure crispiness.
- Adjust chilies or omit for a milder version.
- Reheat leftovers in a skillet for best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
- Diet: Halal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
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