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Crispy Orange Shrimp Recipe

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Crispy Orange Shrimp is a quick and flavorful dish featuring golden-fried shrimp tossed in a sweet and sticky orange sauce with a spicy kick from crushed red pepper flakes. Ready in just 30 minutes, this appetizer or main course combines crunchy texture with a vibrant citrus glaze, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds for an irresistible finish.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Shrimp and Coating

  • 2 pounds medium to large shrimp (18-20 count), peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup canola oil (or more for frying)

Orange Sauce

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 orange, zested
  • 1/4 cup orange juice (no sugar added)
  • 1 tablespoon mirin
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Garnish

  • Green onions, sliced
  • Sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together minced garlic, soy sauce, honey or maple syrup, orange zest, orange juice, mirin, and crushed red pepper flakes until fully combined to create the orange sauce.
  2. Coat the shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry thoroughly using paper towels. Place them in a large bowl and add the cornstarch. Toss well to coat each shrimp evenly with a dry layer of the cornstarch.
  3. Heat the oil: Pour canola oil into a large frying pan to about 1 inch depth and heat over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking, ready for frying.
  4. Fry the shrimp: Working in batches to avoid overcrowding, fry the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crisp. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cooked shrimp to a plate. Do not use paper towels for draining to maintain crispiness.
  5. Finish the sauce: After frying all shrimp, carefully pour out the oil from the pan. Stir the prepared sauce again to recombine any settled ingredients, then add it to the pan. Heat the sauce for 1-2 minutes over medium heat until it begins to thicken slightly.
  6. Combine shrimp and sauce: Add the fried shrimp back to the pan with the sauce. Gently toss the shrimp in the sauce to coat evenly, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce is glossy and clings to the shrimp.
  7. Serve: Immediately serve the crispy orange shrimp as an appetizer or with steamed rice. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds for extra flavor and presentation.

Notes

  • Fry shrimp in small batches to maintain crispiness; overcrowding causes steaming and sogginess.
  • Ensure oil is hot enough before adding each batch to achieve a golden crust.
  • Pat shrimp dry well before coating in cornstarch for optimal crunch.
  • Whisk sauce again before adding to the pan to prevent honey from settling.
  • Discard the frying oil before cooking shrimp with the sauce to avoid greasiness.
  • Serve shrimp hot and fresh for best texture and flavor.
  • Precooked shrimp can be used to save time but will require shorter frying.
  • Canola oil is preferred, but sesame or olive oil can be substituted for variation.
  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer, Main Course
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American, Asian, Chinese

Find it online: https://recipesvibe.com/crispy-orange-shrimp-recipe/