CRUNCHY SALT AND PEPPER SHRIMP RECIPE BY TASTY

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Crunchy Salt And Pepper Shrimp Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: frozen shrimp, cornstarch, oil, garlic, fresh ginger, red pepper flakes, salt, black pepper, scallions, white rice

Provided by Frank Tiu

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb frozen shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails left on
1 cup cornstarch
3 cups oil
6 cloves garlic, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh ginger, sliced
2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons salt
3 teaspoons black pepper
¼ cup scallions, sliced
white rice, cooked, for serving

Steps:

  • Set a wire rack over a baking sheet.
  • Add the shrimp to a medium bowl. Cover with cold water and let sit until thawed, about 10 minutes.
  • Drain the thawed shrimp on paper towels and pat dry.
  • Place the cornstarch in a large bowl. Add the shrimp and toss until well-coated.
  • Heat the oil in a wok or large pan until it reaches 400°F (200°C).
  • Add the garlic and fry for 40 seconds-1 minute, until golden brown. Remove the garlic with a strainer or slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  • Fry the shrimp, about 6 at a time, for 2 minutes, or until light golden brown. Transfer to the wire rack to drain.
  • In a clean wok or large pan, add the ginger and red pepper flakes and toast for 2 minutes, until the ginger is starting to brown.
  • Add the shrimp and toss to combine. Season with the salt and pepper and toss until well-coated.
  • Transfer the shrimp to a plate and garnish with the scallions and fried garlic.
  • Serve with rice.
  • Enjoy!

Taimoor Shazhad
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This recipe is so easy to follow and the results are amazing. The shrimp are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The salt and pepper seasoning is the perfect balance of flavors.


Tammy Futch
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The shrimp are always crispy and flavorful, and the salt and pepper seasoning is addictive.


Christopher Domingo
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I'm not a big fan of shrimp, but I tried this recipe and was pleasantly surprised. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the seasoning was delicious.


Ayman Shawky
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This is my go-to recipe for shrimp. It's so easy to make and the results are always amazing.


Younas Afridi
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I love this recipe! The shrimp are always crispy and flavorful. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Niamat Ullah Khan Shinwari
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These shrimp are amazing! The salt and pepper seasoning is the perfect balance of flavors.


Md Mamun Uddin
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So easy and so good! I love that this recipe is so quick and easy to make. The shrimp are always crispy and flavorful.


Abdirahman Caddeh
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These shrimp were delicious! The salt and pepper seasoning was perfect and the shrimp were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making these again.


Muhammad Shahbaz Mahar Sukhera
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The shrimp are always crispy and flavorful, and the salt and pepper seasoning is addictive. I highly recommend this recipe.


Awais Khokar
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This recipe is so easy to follow and the results are amazing. The shrimp are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The salt and pepper seasoning is the perfect balance of flavors.


Sia Per
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I'm not a big fan of shrimp, but I tried this recipe and was pleasantly surprised. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the seasoning was delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


Nicalos Blake
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This recipe was a hit at my last party! The shrimp were crispy and flavorful, and the salt and pepper seasoning was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.