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Kung Pao Shrimp

Kung pao shrimp.

Prep20 min
Cook12 min
Total47 min
Serves4
DifficultyMedium
Per serving275 kcal
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ChinaMain courseHalal-friendlyDairy-free

Ingredients

For 4 servings. All ingredients are generic, never brand names.

  • Shrimp, peeled500 g
  • Garlic cloves3
  • Ginger1 thumb
  • Spring onions3
  • Light soy sauce2 tbsp
  • Dark soy sauce1 tsp
  • Sugar1 tsp
  • Cornflour1 tsp
  • Water80 ml
  • Vegetable oil3 tbsp
  • Dried red chillies10
  • Sichuan peppercorns1 tsp
  • Roasted peanuts80 g
  • Chinkiang black vinegar1 tbsp

Method

  1. MarinateMarinate the protein with a little soy and cornflour 15 minutes.
  2. SearStir-fry the protein in a very hot wok; remove.
  3. AromaticsStir-fry garlic, ginger and spring onion with the flavourings.
  4. TossReturn shrimp with the sauce and peanuts; toss.

Nutrition per serving

Calories275 kcal
Protein32.8 g
Carbohydrates14.3 g
Fat11.2 g
Fibre4.1 g
Sugar4.3 g
Sodium662 mg
Saturated fat1.5 g
Serving sizeabout 240 g

Estimated from the ingredients; actual values vary with brands and portion sizes.

Allergens

Contains Wheat / gluten, Peanuts, Soy, Shellfish. Use halal-certified meat and poultry.

Quick answers

How long does Kung Pao Shrimp take to make?

About 47 min in total: 20 min of preparation and 12 min of cooking, plus 15 min resting.

How many calories are in Kung Pao Shrimp?

About 275 kcal per serving, with 33 g of protein. The recipe makes 4 servings of about 240 g each.

Which allergens does Kung Pao Shrimp contain?

Based on its ingredients it contains Wheat / gluten, Peanuts, Soy, Shellfish. Always check the labels of packaged ingredients.

Where is Kung Pao Shrimp from?

Kung Pao Shrimp is a main course from China. Kung pao shrimp.

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