CRISPY Salt and Pepper Shrimp (naturally gluten-free shrimp recipe)

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu offers a plant-based protein alternative.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: potato starch

Arrowroot is a healthier thickener.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor.

black pepper

🥗Healthier: white pepper

💰Cheaper: black pepper blend

White pepper has a milder taste.

Marinate shrimp in fish sauce.

Coat shrimp in cornstarch, ensuring every piece is coated.

Heat vegetable oil in a heavy bottom pan until hot.

Shallow fry shrimp in batches until crispy, not fully cooked.

Remove shrimp to a plate.

Chop ginger, serrano pepper, and garlic, then sauté until fragrant.

Add shrimp back to the pan along with scallions.

Season with salt, black pepper, and Chinese five spice powder, tossing to coat.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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Dietary

Allergens