SALT AND PEPPER SHRIMP
Steps:
- Cut shell along back of each shrimp with small kitchen shears (do not peel) and devein, then snip off legs.
- Heat oil to 400°F in an 8-to10-quart heavy pot.
- Toss shrimp with 1 tablespoon kosher salt and let stand 5 minutes. Rinse with cold water, then drain and pat dry.
- Meanwhile, pulse egg whites in a blender until watery, then put in a bowl.
- Stir together cornstarch, 3 tablespoons pepper, and 2 tablespoons kosher salt in another bowl.
- Toss half of shrimp with 1/2 teaspoon each of kosher salt and pepper in a third bowl; dip in egg white, letting excess drip off, then lightly dredge in cornstarch mixture, shaking off excess. (Coating should be as light as possible.) Fry until crisp and cooked through, 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. Transfer with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain.
- Season, coat, and fry remaining shrimp.
- Reduce oil temperature to 375°F.
- Fry half of chiles with half of cilantro until cilantro just starts to turn dark green and chiles are wilted (do not brown chiles), about 30 seconds. Transfer with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain. (Cilantro will crisp as it cools.)
- Repeat with remaining chiles and cilantro.
- Serve shrimp topped with fried chiles and cilantro and sprinkled with sea salt. Serve immediately.
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Dillon
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few ingredients, but they come together to create a delicious dish.
Aqib Aqibqurashi
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit with my guests.
MD saifulla Sk
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover shrimp.
Jahed Ahmed
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of shrimp, but I loved this recipe. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious.
Mahmod King
[email protected]This is the best salt and pepper shrimp recipe I've ever tried. The shrimp are so crispy and the sauce is so addictive.
Ekeh Chigozie
[email protected]I love how easy this recipe is to make. I can have it on the table in under 30 minutes.
Chaotic Chaos
[email protected]This recipe is amazing! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. The shrimp are always cooked perfectly and the sauce is so flavorful.
MD Ripon vai
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and my shrimp turned out tough. I'm not sure what went wrong.
Saeed Tanha
[email protected]This recipe is a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I'll probably cut back on the chili peppers next time.
scarlett mckee
[email protected]I love this recipe! The shrimp are so crispy and the sauce is so flavorful. I always double the recipe because it goes so fast.
Kimberly Stevens
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for salt and pepper shrimp. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.
Sajahan Ali
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. The shrimp are always crispy and flavorful, and the sauce is the perfect balance of salty and spicy.
Muriel MacDonald
[email protected]This salt and pepper shrimp recipe is a keeper! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I served it over rice and it was a hit with my family.