Hakka Salt and Pepper Shrimp (客家椒盐虾)
客家椒盐虾 (Hakka Salt and Pepper Shrimp) is a classic dish in Hakka cuisine, known for its flavorful and crispy shrimp coated in a fragrant salt and pepper seasoning.
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon five-spice powder
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red chili, thinly sliced (optional)
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the shrimp with cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and five-spice powder, ensuring the shrimp is evenly coated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a wok or deep skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the shrimp in batches until golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per batch. Drain on paper towels.
- In a separate pan, heat a small amount of oil and stir-fry the green onions, garlic, and red chili until fragrant.
- Add the fried shrimp to the pan and toss to coat with the aromatic mixture.
- Transfer the shrimp to a serving plate and garnish with additional sliced green onions and chili, if desired.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 25 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 220 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Fat
- 12g
- Carbohydrates
- 3g
Supplies
Wok Skillet Bowls Knife Cutting board
Tools
Tongs Paper towels Spatula
Serving suggestions
Serve the Hakka Salt and Pepper Shrimp with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For extra crispiness, you can double-fry the shrimp by frying them once, letting them cool, and then frying them again before tossing in the aromatic mixture.
Cost
$15