Guizhou Spicy Prawns

Name: Guizhou Spicy Prawns
Prep time: 7 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: shrimp; dried chili; ginger; scallions; garlic; sugar; vinegar; light soy sauce; chili oil; sesame oil; Sichuan peppercorns

March 23, 2025 15 Minutes Medium

Nutritional Information

720 kcal

Calories

45g

Protein

22g

Carbohydrates

48g

Fat

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This mouthwatering Sichuan-style spicy shrimp recipe is a flavor explosion that combines succulent shrimp with bold aromatics and a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and tangy notes. Juicy shrimp are pan-fried to golden perfection, then tossed in a fragrant wok with dried chilies, Sichuan peppercorns, ginger, garlic, and scallions for that signature numbing heat. The magic happens when the homemade sweet-savory sauce—a blend of sugar, vinegar, and light soy sauce—coats each shrimp, enhanced by the rich finish of chili oil and nutty sesame oil. What makes this dish extraordinary is its addictive texture and the layered flavors from the aromatic stir-fry process, creating a restaurant-quality meal at home. Perfect for spice lovers, these caramelized shrimp with their slightly crispy edges soak up all the complex flavors while remaining tender inside. Serve this fiery yet balanced dish over steamed rice to enjoy every last drop of the glossy, aromatic sauce. A quick yet impressive stir-fry that delivers authentic Sichuan heat in every bite!

Ingredients

Instructions

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Step 1

Wash the shrimp, cut off the shrimp whiskers and feet, make a cut on the back to remove the shrimp line, and use kitchen paper towels to absorb excess moisture; cut the dried chili into small segments, and chop the ginger, scallions, and garlic into fine pieces.

Step 2

Take an empty bowl, mix sugar, vinegar, and light soy sauce in appropriate amounts to make a sauce.

Step 3

Heat a wok with plenty of oil, add the shrimp in batches, and pan-fry over medium heat until both sides are golden brown, then remove and drain the oil.