Spicy Garlic Shrimp

If you are a fan of spicy food, this is a must-try recipe. The sauce is the star of this recipe!

INGREDIENTS

  • 20 prawns or shrimp
  • 10 cloves of garlic
  • 1.5 cups corn starch
  • 1 tbsp. garlic powder
  • 1/2 tbsp. paprika (optional)
  • 1/2 tbsp. red chili powder
  • 1/4 tbsp. oregano
  • 1/4 tbsp. thyme
  • salt and pepper to taste

Spicy Garlic Sauce

  • 2.5 tbsp. butter
  • 1 lemon
  • 1.5 tbsp. Korean Red Chili paste
  • garnish with Parmesan cheese

DIRECTIONS

  1. Add cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, thyme, oregano, and red chili pepper to a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Coat the clean and deveined shrimp in the cornstarch mixture. Shake off any excess cornstarch.
  3. Add 1/2 inch of oil to a pan and heat over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, pan-fry the shrimp on each side for 1-2 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  4. Use a paper towel to wipe out any excess oil in the pan. Add butter, Korean chili paste, and garlic. Turn the heat to medium and simmer for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.
  5. Add the shrimp back to the pan. Squeeze in lemon juice and sauté on high heat for 1 minute.
  6. Finish with a garnish of green onion and Parmesan cheese.

Bon Appétit 😋

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