Golden Dragon Shrimp (金龙虾)
金龙虾 (Golden Dragon Shrimp) is a classic dish from Chinese Imperial Cuisine that features succulent shrimp coated in a golden, crispy batter. This dish is sure to impress with its exquisite flavors and stunning presentation.
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil for frying
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, season the shrimp with salt and pepper.
- Coat the shrimp in cornstarch, then dip in the beaten eggs.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
- Fry the shrimp until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- In a separate saucepan, combine honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame seeds, and red pepper flakes. Heat until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Toss the fried shrimp in the honey glaze until well coated.
- Serve the Golden Dragon Shrimp hot, garnished with extra sesame seeds and green onions if desired.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Protein
- 20g
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Fat
- 12g
Supplies
Frying pan Bowl Saucepan
Tools
Tongs Whisk
Serving suggestions
Serve the Golden Dragon Shrimp with steamed jasmine rice and stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For extra crispiness, double coat the shrimp in cornstarch and egg before frying.
Cost
$20