Szechuan Style Spicy Shrimp

Szechuan Style Spicy Shrimp is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines succulent shrimp with a bold spicy sauce, delivering a delightful kick in every bite. This Halal Chinese supper dish is perfect for those who crave a balance of heat and savory flavors.

Ingredients

• Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 300 grams
• Szechuan peppercorns - 1 teaspoon
• Dried red chilies - 4-6 pieces
• Garlic (minced) - 3 cloves
• Ginger (minced) - 1 teaspoon
• Green onions (sliced) - 2 stalks
• Soy sauce (low sodium) - 2 tablespoons
• Chili bean paste - 1 tablespoon
• Cornstarch - 1 tablespoon
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Water - 100 ml
• Salt - to taste
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon

Steps

1. In a bowl, marinate the shrimp with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. Set aside for 10 minutes.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the Szechuan peppercorns and dried red chilies, stirring for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Add the minced garlic and ginger to the skillet, sautéing for an additional minute.
4. Increase the heat to high and add the marinated shrimp. Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until the shrimp turns pink and is cooked through.
5. Add the remaining soy sauce, chili bean paste, sugar, and water to the skillet. Stir well to combine and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
6. Add sliced green onions and salt to taste. Stir-fry for an additional minute.
7. Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 28 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 180 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains anti-inflammatory properties from ginger and garlic.

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