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Crispy Orange Shrimp

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Crispy Orange Shrimp is a delightful dish that effortlessly combines sweet and spicy flavors, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or special occasions. In just 30 minutes, you can enjoy tender shrimp coated in a light, crispy batter and tossed in a zesty orange sauce that will impress your family and friends alike. This versatile dish can be served as an appetizer or a main course with rice, making it easy to adapt to any meal setting. Plus, with the added crunch from the cornstarch coating, each bite delivers an irresistible texture that complements the vibrant sauce beautifully.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds medium to large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup canola oil
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup honey (or maple syrup)
  • Zest and juice of 1 orange
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Whisk together all sauce ingredients in a bowl and set aside.
  2. Pat shrimp dry and coat evenly with cornstarch in a large bowl.
  3. Heat canola oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
  4. Fry coated shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  5. Combine fried shrimp with warm sauce in the pan for about 1-2 minutes until heated through.
  6. Serve immediately, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.
  • Author: Emma Moyer
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 340
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 180mg
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