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Medium 40 min~510 kcal 8/10
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Salt and Pepper Shrimp
Crisp Chinese shrimp are coated with starch, fried hot, then tossed with garlic, scallions, chiles, and Sichuan pepper salt.
Medium⏱️ 35 min📖 1 min readServes 3~360 kcal🇨🇳 Chinese🌍 Full translation
20 min prep 15 min cook
- #High Protein
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Timeline
Total 35 min- Prep20 min
- Cooking15 min
Ingredients
3 servings
Quick:
For the shrimp
- 500 gr Shrimp
For the coating
- 0.5 su bardağı(~100 ml) Cornstarch
For the marinade
- 15 gr Fresh ginger
For the spice mix
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Salt
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Sichuan pepper
Aromalar için
- 3 diş Garlic
- 3 dal Scallions
- 1 adet Hot pepper
For frying
- 1 su bardağı(~200 ml) Vegetable oil
For serving
- 1 adet Lemon
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Instructions
- 1
Clean and dry the shrimp, then rest them for 10 minutes with the ginger and half of the salt.
10 min10:00 - 2
Toast the Sichuan pepper and remaining salt in a dry pan for 1 minute, then crush in a mortar.
1 min01:00 - 3
Finely chop the garlic, scallions, and hot pepper.
- 4
Coat the shrimp in cornstarch and shake off the excess.
- 5
Heat the vegetable oil to 180°C and fry the shrimp in two batches for 2 minutes.
4 min04:00 - 6
Leave 1 tablespoon of oil in the pan and stir the garlic, scallions, and hot pepper for 45 seconds.
45 sec00:45 - 7
Return the shrimp to the pan, sprinkle with Sichuan pepper salt, and toss for 30 seconds.
30 sec00:30 - 8
Serve immediately with lemon wedges.
💡 Tip: Shell-on shrimp become crisper; if using peeled shrimp, add the starch right before frying.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve hot as a small course with plain rice, cucumber strips, and lemon wedges if desired.
Nutrition (per serving)
~360
kcal calories
30
g protein
24
g carbs
16
g fat
Protein 33%Carbs 27%Fat 40%
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Seafood
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Salt and Pepper Shrimp make?
This recipe serves 3.How long does Salt and Pepper Shrimp take?
Prep 20 minutes, cooking 15 minutes; 35 minutes in total.Is Salt and Pepper Shrimp difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Salt and Pepper Shrimp have?
Approximately 360 kcal per serving. Protein: 30g, carbs: 24g, fat: 16g.Which allergens does Salt and Pepper Shrimp contain?
This recipe contains Seafood. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Salt and Pepper Shrimp belong to?
This recipe belongs to Chinese cuisine.How many ingredients does Salt and Pepper Shrimp need?
This recipe needs 10 ingredients.
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