Description
Sichuan Salt & Pepper Shrimp is a mouthwatering dish that combines perfectly crispy shrimp with the unique flavors of Sichuan peppercorns, garlic, and fresh green onions. This dish is an explosion of taste, providing a delightful balance of spice and crunch that’s perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in. Serve it as an appetizer or alongside steamed rice for a complete meal that will impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tsp Sichuan peppercorns
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 green onions, sliced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare the shrimp by rinsing and patting dry.
- Marinate shrimp with salt, black pepper, minced garlic, and Sichuan peppercorns for 15-20 minutes.
- Toss marinated shrimp in cornstarch until well-coated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Fry coated shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels, then sauté green onions briefly in the same pan before adding fried shrimp back to toss together.
- Drizzle with lemon juice before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 200mg