Kung Pao Shrimp

Kung Pao Shrimp

This spin on the American-Chinese classic features delectable shrimp, bell pepper, and crunchy roasted peanuts covered in a savory and slightly (or very!) spicy sauce. So easy to prepare and ready in only 15 minutes!

Ingredients

2Tbsp
Rice Vinegar
2Tbsp
Light Soy Sauce
2tsp
Brown Sugar
1tsp
Dark Soy Sauce
1tsp
Sesame Oil
1tsp
Corn Starch
2Tbsp
Peanut Oil
8
Dried Chili Pepperscut into bite-sized pieces
1
Green Bell Pepper, chopped
1piece
Fresh Ginger, julienned, peeled2-inch
2cloves
Garlic, minced
1lb
Shrimppeeled, deveined, tail on
4Tbsp
Dry Roasted Peanuts
1stalk
Scallioncut into 1-inch pieces
Nutrition Per Serving
Calories
346
Fat
16.3 g
Protein
30.5 g
Carbs
26.2 g

Cooking Instructions

step 1

In a small bowl, prepare the sauce by combining the Rice Vinegar (2 Tbsp), Light Soy Sauce (2 Tbsp), Brown Sugar (2 tsp), Dark Soy Sauce (1 tsp), Sesame Oil (1 tsp), and Corn Starch (1 tsp). Set it aside.

step 2

In a wok over medium heat, heat the Peanut Oil (2 Tbsp). Add the Dried Chili Peppers (8) and Green Bell Pepper (1) and stir-fry slowly, allowing the skin of the bell pepper to blister.

step 3

Add the Fresh Ginger (1 piece) and Garlic (2 cloves) and stir-fry for about 20 seconds until aromatic.

step 4

Add the Shrimp (1 lb), spreading them in a single layer. Cook the bottom side of the shrimp, then flip and stir-fry them for about 1 minute or until fully cooked.

step 5

Add the Dry Roasted Peanuts (4 Tbsp) and stir in the sauce. When the sauce thickens, turn off the heat and toss in the Scallion (1 stalk).

step 6

Transfer to a serving dish and serve with steamed rice. Enjoy!