CHINESE-STYLE CRISPY SHRIMP WITH SWEET & SOUR SAUCE

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Another recipe to celebrate the Chinese New Year! I included the chilling time with the recipe. Some very nice and crunchy shrimp appetizers with a hot Asian sauce.

Provided by Manami

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 50m

Yield 20 appetizers, 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 lb fresh shrimp or 1 lb frozen raw shrimp
1 egg, slightly beaten
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon dry white wine
1/2 teaspoon soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
vegetable oil
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup water
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 cup catsup
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon red pepper sauce

Steps:

  • RED SWEET AND SOUR SAUCE:.
  • Mix all ingredients.
  • Have ready for shrimp.
  • SHRIMP:.
  • Remove shells from shrimp, leaving tails intact.
  • If shrimp are frozen do not thaw; peel under running cold water.
  • Make a shallow cut lengthwise down back of each shrimp and devein.
  • Slit shrimp lengthwise down the back almost in half.
  • Mix eggs, the 1 tablespoon cornstarch, the wine, soy sauce and the 1/4 teaspoon salt in glass bowl; stir in shrimp.
  • Cover and refrigerate 10 minutes.
  • Heat oil(1-1/2 inches) in 3 quart saucepan to 375°F.
  • Mix flour, water, the 3 tablespoons cornstarch, 1 tablespoon oil, baking soda and the 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  • Stir shrimp into batter until coated.
  • Fry 5 or 6 shrimp at a time, turning occasionally, until golden brown, 2-3 minutes; drain.
  • Serve hot with sauce.

Gerda Lephoi
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The tofu was crispy and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely make this again.


Safaa Chahed
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I made this dish for my family and they loved it! The tofu was crispy and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely make this again.


chasity edwards
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This dish was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. The tofu was crispy and the sauce was flavorful.


Ekow Mensah
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I was hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of tofu, but I'm so glad I did! The tofu was crispy and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Nambuya Fiona
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The tofu was crispy and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely make this again.


Umer Bajwa
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The tofu is always crispy and the sauce is always flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe!


Shahzad Sanjrani
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The tofu was crispy and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely make this again.


Obialor Izuchukwu
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I made this dish for my family and they loved it! The tofu was crispy and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely make this again.


Mr Veer
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This dish was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. The tofu was crispy and the sauce was flavorful.


Habib Nikzad
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I was hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of tofu, but I'm so glad I did! The tofu was crispy and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Rabi Tamang
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The tofu was crispy and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely make this again.


Keith Perkins
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The tofu is always crispy and the sauce is always flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe!


saqure bryce
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family. The tofu was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy tofu


Michael L. Brady - Stewart
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The crispy tofu was cooked to perfection, and the sweet and sour sauce was the perfect accompaniment. I will definitely be making this again.


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