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Mongolian Shrimp

Crispy Mongolian Shrimp: A Sweet & Savory Delight

Enjoy the delightful flavors of crispy Mongolian shrimp, a sweet and savory dish perfect for dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese-American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Shrimp Deveined and shelled
  • 2 large Egg Whites
For the Batter
  • 1 cup Tapioca Flour Can substitute with cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup Avocado Oil Or Coconut Oil for frying
For the Sauce
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Freshly grated
  • 1/4 cup Water Adjust for desired consistency
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Or Tamari
  • 2 tablespoons Hoisin Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Or brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil Optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon Chili Flakes Adjust for spice tolerance
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Optional

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • slotted spoon

Method
 

Directions
  1. Pat the deveined and shelled shrimp dry with paper towels.
  2. Whisk the egg whites in a bowl until frothy.
  3. In another bowl, pour in the tapioca flour for coating.
  4. Heat the avocado or coconut oil in a skillet over medium-high heat for about 3-5 minutes.
  5. Coat each shrimp in egg whites, then toss in flour until fully covered.
  6. Fry the shrimp in batches for about 2 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Remove cooked shrimp and drain on paper towels, leaving some oil in the pan.
  8. Sauté the minced garlic and grated ginger in the skillet for about 30 seconds.
  9. Whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, and water in a bowl. Add to skillet and bring to a bubble.
  10. Return the shrimp to the skillet and toss gently with the sauce for 1-2 minutes.
  11. Plate the shrimp and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
  12. Serve over rice or steamed vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 26gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 1000mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure shrimp are dry for the perfect crispy texture. Adjust the sauce consistency as desired.

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