Salt and Pepper Shrimp
Crispy, bold, and irresistibly flavorful, Salt and Pepper Shrimp is a quick and easy seafood dish that brings restaurant-quality flavor to your table. Juicy shrimp are seasoned to perfection, lightly coated in cornstarch for a delicate crunch, and fried until golden. The real magic happens when these crispy bites are tossed with fragrant garlic, green onions, and optional spicy red chili for a burst of savory, aromatic goodness. A perfectly balanced blend of salt, black pepper, and white pepper elevates the dish, lending it a mouthwatering umami kick. Ready in just 25 minutes, this Chinese-inspired recipe is ideal as an appetizer, snack, or main course and pairs beautifully with steamed rice or a crisp side salad. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy night in, Salt and Pepper Shrimp is guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Large shrimp (peeled and deveined, tails on)
- 0.5 cup Cornstarch
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon White pepper
- 2 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 stalks Green onions (finely sliced)
- 1 piece Red chili (thinly sliced, optional)
Instructions
Rinse the shrimp under cold water, then pat them dry with paper towels.
Place the shrimp in a medium bowl and season them with 0.5 teaspoon of salt and 0.5 teaspoon of ground black pepper. Mix well to coat evenly.
In a small bowl, combine the remaining 1 teaspoon of salt, 0.5 teaspoon of ground black pepper, and the white pepper. Set this salt and pepper mixture aside.
Place the cornstarch in a separate bowl. Lightly dredge each shrimp in the cornstarch, ensuring it's fully coated, then shake off any excess.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Once the oil reaches 350°F (175°C), fry the shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes or until golden and crispy. Avoid overcrowding the pan. Remove the shrimp with a slotted spoon and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Carefully pour out most of the oil from the skillet, leaving about 1-2 tablespoons behind. Lower the heat to medium.
Add the minced garlic, sliced green onions, and optional red chili to the skillet. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Return the fried shrimp to the skillet and sprinkle the reserved salt and pepper mixture over them. Toss everything together for 1-2 minutes to combine and evenly coat the shrimp.
Serve immediately, garnished with extra green onions or chili slices if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1205 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 119.1 g | 153% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.2 g | 86% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 221 mg | 74% | |
| Sodium | 944 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.7 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 27.8 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 57 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 348 mg | 7% | |
*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.
