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General Tso Shrimp

Irresistible General Tso Shrimp: Quick Family-Friendly Delight

General Tso Shrimp is a delightful, quick, and easy dish that effortlessly brings vibrant Asian flavors to your dinner table.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Large Shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 cup Cornstarch or potato starch for gluten-free
  • 1/4 cup Vegetable Oil or peanut oil
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce low-sodium recommended
  • 2 tablespoons Honey or maple syrup/agave
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar or white/apple cider vinegar
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger freshly grated
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes adjust for heat preference
  • to taste Salt
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions sliced
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the large shrimp dry with a paper towel and season lightly with salt. Coat each shrimp in cornstarch.
  2. Heat 1/4 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Fry the coated shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
  4. In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic and freshly grated ginger for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Add soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil and reduce for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Add the crispy shrimp back into the skillet and toss gently in the sauce, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  7. Transfer the General Tso Shrimp to a serving platter and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure shrimp are dried thoroughly before coating in cornstarch for optimal crispiness.

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