Sugar and Vinegar Shrimp

March 23, 2025 10 Minutes Medium

Nutritional Information

350 kcal
Calories
28g
Protein
22g
Carbohydrates
19g
Fat
Sugar and Vinegar Shrimp

This crispy, flavorful shrimp recipe is a must-try for seafood lovers! Succulent shrimp are marinated in cooking wine, salt, and pepper, then lightly coated in starch for a perfect crisp texture. The magic happens when the shrimp shells are stir-fried to create a rich, aromatic oil that infuses the dish with deep umami flavor. A tangy-sweet glaze made with vinegar, sugar, and a touch of water starch coats the shrimp beautifully, delivering a mouthwatering balance of savory and sweet. Quick to prepare yet impressive in taste, this dish highlights the natural sweetness of shrimp while adding layers of depth from the shell-infused oil. Perfect as an appetizer or main course, these glossy, tender shrimp will steal the show at any meal. A simple yet sophisticated way to enjoy seafood with restaurant-quality results at home!

Ingredients

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Instructions

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Step 1
Peel the shrimp, trying to keep the skin intact, and set aside after draining the water. Cut open the back of the shrimp, remove the shrimp thread, and put it in a bowl. Marinate with cooking wine, salt, and pepper, then add a little starch and mix well.
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Heat oil in a pot until it reaches 60% heat, then put the shrimp into the pot one by one. After they are shaped, remove them from the pot. Leave a small amount of oil in the pot, add the shrimp shells, and stir-fry until the oil turns red. Remove the shells, then add vinegar and sugar according to your taste, and a little water, salt. Simmer and thicken with water starch.
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Step 3
Pour the shrimp into the pot, stir-fry for a few times, and then serve.
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