Best Szechwan Shrimp Recipes

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SZECHWAN SHRIMP (CHILI SHRIMP)



Szechwan Shrimp (Chili Shrimp) image

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.

Provided by Jessica K

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 1-2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 -3 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons ginger, grated
1 teaspoon dried red chili pepper (or chili flakes)
3 scallions, minced
3 tablespoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons sherry wine
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 tablespoons chili sauce
1 teaspoon cornstarch, mixed with
2 tablespoons water

Steps:

  • 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!

SZECHWAN SHRIMP



Szechwan Shrimp image

Don't let some of the ingredients fool you--this spicy shrimp makes a simple, impressive dish, which I usually make for company. For more or less heat, adjust amount of red pepper. Serve over hot steamed rice.

Provided by FOODGU1

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Chinese

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon honey
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
¼ cup sliced green onions
4 cloves garlic, minced
12 ounces cooked shrimp, tails removed

Steps:

  • In a bowl, stir together water, ketchup, soy sauce, cornstarch, honey, crushed red pepper, and ground ginger. Set aside.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in green onions and garlic; cook 30 seconds. Stir in shrimp, and toss to coat with oil. Stir in sauce. Cook and stir until sauce is bubbly and thickened.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 141.6 calories, Carbohydrate 6.7 g, Cholesterol 163.8 mg, Fat 4.4 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 18.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 499.5 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

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