Slippery shrimp is a Chinese-American dish that originated in California in the 1980s. The dish is made by stir-frying battered shrimp with a sweet and tangy sauce that usually includes ketchup, sugar, vinegar, and soy sauce. The dish is often served with steamed rice or noodles.
Slippery shrimp is a dish that has gained popularity in recent years. It is a delicious seafood dish that is sweet, spicy, and tangy all at the same time. If you are a seafood lover, then you definitely need to try this dish.
Ingredients
To make slippery shrimp, you will need the following ingredients:- Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- Cornstarch
- Salt
- Pepper
- Oil (for frying)
- Garlic
- Ginger
- Green onions
- Ketchup
- Sugar
- Vinegar
- Soy sauce
- Water
- Cornstarch (for thickening)
Preparation
To make slippery shrimp, follow these steps:- Mix the cornstarch, salt, and pepper together in a bowl.
- Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss to coat.
- Heat oil in a wok or deep-fryer over high heat.
- Add the shrimp and fry until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the shrimp from the oil and drain on paper towels.
- In a separate pan, heat a small amount of oil over medium heat.
- Add the garlic, ginger, and green onions and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the ketchup, sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, and water to the pan and stir to combine.
- Bring the sauce to a boil and then reduce the heat to a simmer.
- Add the cornstarch slurry (cornstarch mixed with water) to the sauce and stir until the sauce thickens.
- Add the fried shrimp to the pan and toss to coat in the sauce.
