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Spicy Szechuan-Style Shrimp

Spicy Szechuan-Style Shrimp pairs tender, juicy shrimp with a bold, peppery sauce balanced by a hint of sweetness and warmth from ginger and garlic. The kick of crushed red pepper and savory soy shines against fresh green onions, making it vibrant and satisfying. Serve it weeknights over steamed rice or noodles when you’re craving big flavor fast.

  • Prep10 mins
  • Cook5 mins
  • Serves4
  • DifficultyEasy
Spicy Szechuan-Style Shrimp
  1. 1

    In a small bowl, mix water, ketchup, soy sauce, cornstarch, honey, crushed red pepper, and ground ginger until well combined. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir the green onions and the garlic in the hot oil until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the cooked shrimp and toss to coat with the oil. Pour in the ketchup mixture. Cook and stir until the sauce is bubbly and thickened.

About This Recipe

Spicy Szechuan Style Shrimp is a Chinese dinner recipe made with 11 ingredients. It takes about 15 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Cooked Shrimp, Cornstarch, Green Onion, and Ground Ginger. Each serving provides about 466.56 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Spicy Szechuan-Style Shrimp?
It is a Chinese recipe made with 11 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
What is Spicy Szechuan-Style Shrimp made of?
The main ingredients are Cooked Shrimp, Cornstarch, Green Onion, Ground Ginger, Honey. The full list of 11 is above.
What goes well with Spicy Szechuan-Style Shrimp?
Explore these Chinese side-dish recipes.
How long does it take to make Spicy Szechuan-Style Shrimp?
About 15 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 5 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 466.56 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Spicy Szechuan-Style Shrimp easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 11 ingredients and 2 steps.

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