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Crunchy Salt And Pepper Shrimp
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Crunchy Salt And Pepper Shrimp

By Tasty25 min🍽 3 servings

Experience a flavor explosion with this Crunchy Salt and Pepper Shrimp recipe that'll leave your taste buds dancing! Perfectly seasoned and fried to golden perfection, this dish is a seafood lover's dream come true.

Instructions

  1. 1

    Set a wire rack over a baking sheet.

  2. 2

    Add the shrimp to a medium bowl. Cover with cold water and let sit until thawed, about 10 minutes.

  3. 3

    Drain the thawed shrimp on paper towels and pat dry.

  4. 4

    Place the cornstarch in a large bowl. Add the shrimp and toss until well-coated.

  5. 5

    Heat the oil in a wok or large pan until it reaches 400°F (200°C).

  6. 6

    Add the garlic and fry for 40 seconds-1 minute, until golden brown. Remove the garlic with a strainer or slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

  7. 7

    Fry the shrimp, about 6 at a time, for 2 minutes, or until light golden brown. Transfer to the wire rack to drain.

  8. 8

    In a clean wok or large pan, add the ginger and red pepper flakes and toast for 2 minutes, until the ginger is starting to brown.

  9. 9

    Add the shrimp and toss to combine. Season with the salt and pepper and toss until well-coated.

  10. 10

    Transfer the shrimp to a plate and garnish with the scallions and fried garlic.

  11. 11

    Serve with rice.

  12. 12

    Enjoy!

Recipe from tasty.co

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Ingredients (10)

  • 1 lb frozen shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails left on
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 3 cups oil
  • 6 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, sliced
  • 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 3 teaspoons black pepper
  • ¼ cup scallions, sliced
  • white rice, cooked, for serving