Salt and Pepper Shrimp

Salt and Pepper Shrimp

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Chinese · 25 min · Shellfish · pescatarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, low-carb, high-protein

336 cal 30g protein 18g carbs 16g fat per serving · estimated

Ingredients

scaled from 3 servings
  • 3/4 lb shell-on shrimp
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 jalapeno or Chinese long pepper, minced
  • 3 cloves, minced garlic
  • 2, sliced scallions
  • 3/4 tsp Sichuan peppercorns, toasted and ground
  • 1/4 tsp white pepper
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 1 1/4 cups neutral oil for frying

Method (tap to check — screen stays awake)

  1. Pat the shell-on shrimp dry and toss with cornstarch to coat lightly.
  2. Heat oil to 360F and fry the shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes until the shells are crisp and bright; drain.
  3. Pour off all but 1 tbsp oil and stir-fry the garlic and minced pepper for 1 minute.
  4. Return the shrimp and toss with salt, ground Sichuan peppercorn, and white pepper for 1 minute.
  5. Add the scallions and toss 30 seconds until fragrant and evenly coated.

Nutrition figures are estimates. Verify allergens on every ingredient label before cooking.

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