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Salt and Pepper Shrimp

A delicious and easy dish featuring crispy shrimp coated in seasoned flour and paired with a savory sauce, perfect for a quick meal or impressive snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine Asian, Seafood
Servings 4 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil for frying

Sauce Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Dried herbs (thyme) (optional)

Garnish

  • Chopped green onions for garnish (optional)

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels to help them crisp up better when frying.
  • In a shallow dish, whisk together the flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.

Cooking

  • Dredge each shrimp in the seasoned flour, ensuring they are fully coated. Shake off any excess flour.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Carefully add the shrimp to the hot oil, working in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
  • Fry for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the oil and set aside on a wire rack to drain excess oil.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and dried herbs (if using).
  • Add the fried shrimp to the sauce and toss gently to coat evenly.

Serving

  • Garnish with chopped green onions (optional) and serve immediately.

Notes

If you have any leftovers, let the shrimp cool completely. Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven or on the stovetop to restore their crispiness. Make sure the shrimp are dry before coating for a nice crispy texture. Use high heat when frying to achieve that golden-brown color quickly. Feel free to adjust the seasonings according to taste. You can add more spices or herbs to customize the flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6g
Keyword Crispy Shrimp, Easy Appetizer, Quick Meal, Salt and Pepper Shrimp, Shrimp Recipe
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