Orange Peel Shrimp
Transform your dinner table with the vibrant flavors of Orange Peel Shrimp, a quick and irresistible dish bursting with citrusy goodness. This recipe combines tender, crispy shrimp coated in a silky orange glaze made with fresh orange juice, orange zest, soy sauce, and a touch of honey for balanced sweetness. Infused with aromatic garlic, ginger, and a hint of optional red pepper flakes, this dish achieves the perfect harmony of savory, sweet, and spicy. Served with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables, this 30-minute recipe is an ideal choice for a weeknight meal or an elegant dinner party. Garnished with green onions and sesame seeds, this visually stunning dish is as delicious as it is easy to make. Perfect for fans of vibrant Asian-inspired cuisine, Orange Peel Shrimp is sure to become a new favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 0.5 cup cornstarch
- 1 cup vegetable oil, for frying
- 0.5 cup orange juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 stalks green onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. Place the cornstarch in a shallow bowl and lightly coat each shrimp in the cornstarch, shaking off excess. Set aside.
In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, fry the shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden and crispy. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, orange zest, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, and rice vinegar. Set the sauce mixture aside.
Drain most of the oil from the skillet, leaving about 1 tablespoon. Reduce heat to medium, and add the minced garlic and ginger. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet and bring it to a simmer. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
Add the fried shrimp back to the skillet and toss to coat them evenly in the sauce. If using, sprinkle in the red pepper flakes for heat.
Remove the shrimp from heat and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.
Serve immediately with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
773 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.1 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.5 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 214 mg | 71% | |
| Sodium | 482 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.6 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.7 g | ||
| Protein | 28.7 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 104 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 436 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
