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Szechwan Shrimp (chili Shrimp)

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Szechwan Shrimp (chili Shrimp)

Description

I found this on a website and tweaked it, after having this in several restaraunts while living overseas. I cannot find it anyplace stateside so this is the best interpretation of Chili shrimp I could find.

Cooking Time

Preparation Time :10 Min

Cook Time : 20 Min

Total Time : 30 Min

Ingredients

Serves : 1-2
  • 1⁄2 shrimp
  • 2 -3 garlic cloves
  • 2 ginger
  • 1teaspoon dried red chili pepper (or chili flakes)
  • 3 scallions
  • 3tablespoons sesame oil
  • 2 sherry wine
  • 2 ketchup
  • 2 chili sauce
  • 1 cornstarch
  • 2 water

Directions

  • In wok or skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil until hot. Saute Shrimp, garlic, ginger, scallions and chile. Cook a few minutes.
  • Add sherry, ketchup, chili sauce, and cornstarch mixture and continue to cook, stirring constantly, until shrimp are done. Serve with rice.
  • Sometimes I dust the shrimp with flour before putting them in the oil, to make it like Chen's on iron chef! Enjoy!
Jessica K

Jessica K

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