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Savory Kung Pao Shrimp Recipe

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Savory Kung Pao Shrimp offers a flavorful twist on the classic dish, combining tender shrimp with crunchy vegetables, peanuts, and a tangy, spicy sauce for a delicious stir-fry experience.

Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 3/4 lbs shrimp (choose fresh or well-thawed for the best texture)
  • 1/2 cup zucchini (cubed)
  • 1/3 cup red bell peppers (sliced)
  • 1/3 cup canned water chestnuts
  • 1/3 cup peanuts (roasted)
  • 10–14 pieces dried red chiles (adjust for spice preference)
  • 1/4 cup green onions (chopped)
  • 8–12 slices ginger (or 1/4 tsp ginger powder)
  • 1 1/2 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 1/2 tbsp vegetable oil (use more if necessary to prevent sticking)
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce (or light soy sauce)
  • 2 tsp dark soy sauce
  • 3 tbsp sugar
  • 4 tsp rice vinegar
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 2 tsp corn starch
  • 1/2 tsp sesame oil (drizzle adds richness)

Instructions

  1. How to Make Kung Pao Shrimp
    Pat dry defrosted shrimp. Cube zucchinis, mince garlic, cut up red bell peppers, slice green onions and ginger, and drain water from the canned water chestnuts.
  2. Prepare Stir Fry Sauce
    In a bowl, combine all the stir fry sauce ingredients—soy sauces, sugar, rice vinegar, water, corn starch, and sesame oil. Mix well and set aside for later use.
  3. Prepare Dried Red Chiles
    Carefully remove seeds from the dried red chiles to control the spice level, adjusting based on your taste preference.
  4. Set Up Ingredients
    Arrange all the stir fry ingredients near your wok or skillet for a fast cooking process.
  5. Heat Oil
    Add vegetable oil to your preheated wok or skillet and heat it on high until it shimmers.
  6. Cook Shrimp
    Add the shrimp to the hot skillet and cook for about one minute until slightly pink but not fully cooked.
  7. Add Aromatics and Sauce
    Sprinkle in the dried red chiles, minced garlic, and sliced ginger. Pour in the stir fry sauce and cook for 30-60 seconds.
  8. Add Vegetables
    Toss in the zucchini and red bell peppers. Cook for another minute until the veggies are tender-crisp.
  9. Finish Dish
    Add the water chestnuts, peanuts, and green onions. Stir and cook for roughly 30 seconds, allowing everything to meld together.

Notes

    Keywords: Kung Pao Shrimp, Chinese Stir Fry, Spicy Shrimp Recipe, Easy Stir Fry, Healthy Chinese Dinner

    Find it online: https://foodarohub.com/savory-kung-pao-shrimp-recipe/