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Salt and Pepper Shrimp

Recipe by Cook! Stacey Cook

A quick, easy, and crispy Chinese‑style salt and pepper shrimp that’s pan‑fried, not deep‑fried. The shrimp are lightly coated in cornstarch, then tossed with garlic, onion, green onion, red bell pepper and a quick toast of white pepper, black pepper and salt for a savory, crunchy bite. Perfect for a weeknight dinner served over rice.

EasyChineseServes 3

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Source Video
14m
Prep
8m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
32m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$14.02
Total cost
$4.67
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Coating shrimp evenly with cornstarch
  • Ensuring the pan is hot enough before adding shrimp
  • Quickly toasting the spices to avoid bitterness

Safety Warnings

  • Hot oil can splatter – use a splatter guard or keep a safe distance.
  • Cook shrimp to an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).

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