Camarones Estilo General Tso Ecuatoriano (ecuadorian Style General Tso's Shrimp)

Camarones Estilo General Tso Ecuatoriano is a fusion dish that combines the flavors of Chinese and Ecuadorian cuisine. This dish features succulent shrimp coated in a sweet and spicy sauce, creating a perfect balance of flavors.

Camarones Estilo General Tso Ecuatoriano (ecuadorian Style General Tso's Shrimp)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 tablespoon sambal oelek (chili paste)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
  • Sesame seeds and sliced green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, toss the shrimp with 1/2 cup of cornstarch until evenly coated.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook until golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add a bit more oil if needed and sauté the garlic and ginger until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and sambal oelek. Bring the sauce to a simmer.
  5. Whisk in the cornstarch mixture and cook until the sauce thickens.
  6. Add the cooked shrimp back to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
  7. Transfer the shrimp to a serving dish and garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
25 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
20g
Protein
25g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Large bowl Skillet Whisk

Tools

Cutting board Knife Measuring cups and spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the Camarones Estilo General Tso Ecuatoriano over steamed rice for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick of heat, add more sambal oelek to the sauce. Adjust the sweetness and spiciness to your preference.

Cost

$15