Braised Shrimp in Oil

Braised Shrimp in Oil

This mouthwatering Sichuan-style beer-braised shrimp is a flavor-packed dish that combines spicy, aromatic, and savory notes for an unforgettable meal. Succulent shrimp are stir-fried with ginger, garlic, chili peppers, and numbing Sichuan peppercorns for a bold kick, then simmered in a rich blend of beer and concentrated chicken broth. The dish gets its irresistible depth from a balance of soy sauce, vinegar, and a touch of sugar, creating a glossy, slightly sweet glaze. What makes this recipe special is the slow braising process—allowing the shrimp to soak up the spicy, umami-rich sauce while staying tender. Finished with fresh scallions, each bite delivers a perfect harmony of heat, tang, and sweetness. Quick to prepare yet bursting with complex flavors, this dish is ideal for spice lovers and pairs wonderfully with steamed rice or noodles. A must-try for anyone craving restaurant-quality Sichuan cuisine at home!

15 Minutes
Medium
4 servings
Recipe Hot Dishes

Ingredients

Metric US
4 serving

Main Ingredients

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shrimp
500g

The aromatics

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ginger
20g
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garlic
3 cloves
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chili peppers
2
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Sichuan peppercorns
1 tsp
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scallions
2 stalks

The sauce & seasonings

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beer
200ml
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chicken broth
100ml
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sugar
1 tsp

Instructions

1. Step 1

Clean and prepare the shrimp by removing the head and deveining, then wash and set aside.

2. Step 2

Heat oil in a pot over high heat until it reaches 80% heat, then add ginger, garlic, chili peppers, and Sichuan peppercorns, and stir-fry until fragrant.

3. Step 3

Add the shrimp to the pot and stir-fry over high heat, then add vinegar and cooking wine in sequence, followed by a small amount of soy sauce for coloring, and finally add pepper powder to taste.

4. Step 4

After the shrimp changes color, add all the prepared spices and continue stir-frying to coat the shrimp evenly, then add a suitable amount of sugar, and finally add the concentrated chicken broth and stir-fry until combined.

5. Step 5

Pour in beer to just cover the shrimp, adjust the heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes to ensure even flavor distribution.

6. Step 6

When the sauce is almost dry, remove the lid, continue stir-frying for a short time, and when the sauce is dry, add the scallions and serve.

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