Best 5 Peking Shrimp Recipes

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Peking shrimp is a classic Cantonese dish that is sure to impress your guests. The shrimp are coated in a sweet and savory sauce and then stir-fried until they are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. This dish is typically served with rice or noodles. If you are looking for a delicious and easy recipe to prepare, Peking shrimp is a great option.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

PEKING SHRIMP



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In the summer, we spend as much time as possible at our vacation home in a beach town. I prepare lots of seafood because it's so fresh and readily available there, but this main dish is a year-round favorite. -Janet Edwards, Beaverton, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 cup cold water
1/4 cup corn syrup
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons sherry or chicken broth
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 small green pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 medium tomato, cut into wedges
Hot cooked rice, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and water until smooth. Stir in the corn syrup, soy sauce, sherry, garlic and ginger; set aside. , In a nonstick skillet or wok, stir-fry green pepper in oil for 3 minutes. Add shrimp; cook 3 minutes longer or until shrimp turn pink. , Stir cornstarch mixture and add to the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add tomato; heat through. Serve with rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 237 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 168mg cholesterol, Sodium 532mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PEEL-AND-EAT SHRIMP



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This shrimp appetizer couldn't be easier to make. Simply poach the shrimp in water, then tossed them with butter and Old Bay Seasoning, which provides the spark.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 pounds shell-on large shrimp, shells split up the back and shrimp deveined
2 teaspoons unsalted butter, melted
2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning

Steps:

  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook shrimp until opaque throughout, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain and transfer to a bowl. Add butter and Old Bay seasoning and toss to coat. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121 g, Fat 2 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 1 g

PEKING SHRIMP (BEIJING FAR JUE HAR)



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An elegant meal - easy, ready in 25 min. - that is featured on the menu at State functions in China. Serve with white rice, stir-fried spinach & toasted sesame seeds, and a Chinese table wine for an authentic, impressive meal. I omit the gingerroot.

Provided by SmHerndon

Categories     Chinese

Time 27m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 lb large shrimp, peeled deveined, tails intact (appx 20)
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
1 large egg
2 large egg whites
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons water
1 cup chicken stock
1 1/4 teaspoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced (or even 1/4 tsp garlic powder)
2 tablespoons finely chopped gingerroot
1 fresh red chili pepper, seeded &, sliced
2 green onions, thinly sliced (green &, white parts)
1/3 cup rice wine or 1/3 cup use a light sweet sherry

Steps:

  • Rinse shrimp & pat dry; place in medium bowl & toss with cornstarch.
  • For batter, place egg, egg whites, cornstarch, flour & water in bowl; whisk until smooth. Heat oil in wok or large skillet until medium-hot.
  • Dip shrip by holding tail end into batter; deep fry, turning once, in batches until golden - about 2 minute Remove, drain on paper towel; pour off oil from wok/skillet.
  • For sauce, mix stock, sugar, salt & cornstarch in small bowl & set aside.
  • Reheat wok/skillet over high heat; add garlic, chile, gingerroot & green onions; stir-fry about 1 minute.
  • Add rice wine & broth mixture, stirring constantly until thickened & clear. Add shrimp, simmer, stirring, for 1 minute.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1217.1, Fat 112.3, SaturatedFat 14.9, Cholesterol 191.6, Sodium 924.7, Carbohydrate 27.1, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 3.3, Protein 21.8

PEKING SHRIMP



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This is delicious! I love how easy it comes together. Recipe courtesy of Taste of Home Contest Winning Recipes Annual Recipes 2010 and Janet Edwards of Beaverton, Oregon. I enjoyed this with brown rice, but use what you prefer or have on hand.

Provided by AmyZoe

Categories     Rice

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup corn syrup
2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons sherry wine or 2 tablespoons chicken broth
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 small green pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 lb medium shrimp (uncooked, peeled and deveined)
1 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges
rice (hot, cooked)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and water until smooth.
  • Stir in the corn syrup, soy sauce, sherry or broth, garlic, and ginger and set aside.
  • In a nonstick skillet or wok, stir-fry green pepper in hot oil for 3 minutes.
  • Add shrimp and stir-fry 3 minutes longer or until shrimp turn pink.
  • Stir in the cornstarch mixture and add to the pan.
  • Bring to a boil and cook and stir 2 minutes or until sauce is thickened.
  • Add tomato and heat through.
  • Serve with rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250.3, Fat 8.3, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 143.2, Sodium 915.2, Carbohydrate 21.7, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 6.8, Protein 16.4

SHRIMP WITH PEANUTS



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Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     dinner, one pot, main course

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound medium shrimp
2 teaspoons coarse salt
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 egg white
1 teaspoon black bean paste with chili (see note)
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
2 tablespoons dry sherry
2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 cups peanut oil
1/2 cup raw unsalted peanuts
3 scallions, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced

Steps:

  • Shell the shrimp, rinse them and place them in a bowl. Sprinkle with coarse salt and add cold water to cover. Leave for at least five minutes.
  • Mix the cornstarch with one tablespoon water until smooth. Lightly beat the egg white with a fork and mix in the cornstarch mixture.
  • Rinse the shrimp, drain well and coat with the egg white. Leave to marinate for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine the black bean paste with chili, the soy sauce, sugar, sherry and sesame oil in a small bowl. Mix well and set aside.
  • Heat the peanut oil in a wok or deep fryer until it is just hot enough so that a shrimp will float when added to it. Add the remaining shrimp and cook for 15 seconds - just enough to turn them opaque. Stir them with a fork or chopsticks to prevent them from sticking together. Be very careful not to overcook. Remove the shrimp with a slotted spoon and drain them on paper towels. (The oil can be reused twice, with seafood.)
  • Pour off all but a tablespoon of oil. Add the peanuts and fry, stirring frequently until golden. Remove with slotted spoon. All these steps can be prepared in advance.
  • Add the scallions and garlic to the oil and cook for one minute, stirring. Add the black bean-sherry mixture and stir well. Add the peanuts and the shrimp, just long enough to heat through. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 1231, UnsaturatedFat 98 grams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 125 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 22 grams, SaturatedFat 21 grams, Sodium 932 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Use fresh shrimp. Fresh shrimp have a firmer texture and a sweeter flavor than frozen shrimp.
  • Clean the shrimp properly. Remove the shell, devein the shrimp, and rinse them thoroughly with cold water.
  • Marinate the shrimp. Marinating the shrimp in a mixture of soy sauce, rice wine, and ginger helps to tenderize them and add flavor.
  • Use a hot wok. A hot wok is essential for getting a good sear on the shrimp. Make sure the wok is smoking hot before adding the shrimp.
  • Don't overcrowd the wok. If you overcrowd the wok, the shrimp will not cook evenly.
  • Cook the shrimp in batches. If you are cooking a large number of shrimp, cook them in batches so that they don't overcrowd the wok.
  • Stir-fry the shrimp until they are cooked through. The shrimp should be cooked until they are pink and opaque. Do not overcook the shrimp, or they will become tough.
  • Serve the shrimp immediately. Peking shrimp is best served immediately after it is cooked.

Conclusion:

Peking shrimp is a classic Chinese dish that is both delicious and easy to make. By following these tips, you can make Peking shrimp that is sure to impress your friends and family. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give Peking shrimp a try. You won't be disappointed!

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