SZECHWAN SHRIMP (CHILI SHRIMP)

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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!

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