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Salt and Pepper Shrimp

Savory Salt and Pepper Shrimp: Crispy, Delicious, Easy Recipe

Enjoy this easy Salt and Pepper Shrimp recipe that's crispy and full of flavor, perfect for dinner or gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salt and Pepper Mixture
  • 2 tablespoons Whole Peppercorns Vary flavors with black, white, or Sichuan peppercorns.
  • 1 tablespoon Sea Salt Coarse sea salt recommended for texture.
For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Large Shrimp Deveined; shells optional.
  • 3 tablespoons Potato Starch or Cornstarch For crispy coating.
  • 1/3 cup Oil High smoke point oil for frying.
For the Aromatics
  • 6 cloves Garlic Finely chopped.
  • 1 piece Long Hot Green or Red Pepper Adjust spice level as desired.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Wok
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Paper towels

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Roast 2 tablespoons of whole peppercorns over medium-low heat for 15 minutes. Grind into a fine powder. Dry roast 1 tablespoon of sea salt until slightly yellow and cool. Mix both for salt and pepper mixture.
  2. Rinse 1 pound of shrimp under cold water and dry with paper towels. Dredge in 3 tablespoons of potato starch or cornstarch.
  3. Heat 1/3 cup of oil over medium-high heat until 375°F. Fry shrimp in batches for 30 seconds on each side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with salt and pepper mixture.
  4. Remove excess oil from the wok, keeping 2 tablespoons. Heat, add garlic, and sauté until golden for about 1 minute. Set garlic aside, then stir-fry the sliced long hot pepper for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Combine crispy shrimp with garlic and peppers, tossing gently for about 10 seconds. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure shrimp are dried properly for a crispy texture. Fry in small batches to maintain oil temperature.

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