Auntie Tay’s Salt and Pepper Shrimp

Why I Love This Recipe

This is my take on Salt and Pepper Shrimp — seasoned just right, fried to crispy perfection, and tossed with garlic, red onion, jalapeño, and a splash of Shaoxing wine for that extra flavor hit. My man loves it, and I love it because it’s quick, easy, and always hits the spot. You can pair it with fried rice for a full meal or just grab some chopsticks and eat it straight out the pan — either way, it’s yummy.

Ingredients You'll Need

For the Aromatics:
• 1 tablespoon cooking oil
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic (more if preferred)
• 1–2 jalapeños, sliced
• ¼ cup red onion, sliced
• 1–2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine (to taste)

For the Shrimp:
• 18–20 jumbo shrimp (head-on, shell-on, deveined and legs trimmed if preferred)
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
• ¼ cup cornstarch

For the Salt and Pepper Seasoning:
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 teaspoons sugar
(Mix together well)

Pairs Well With

Fried Rice and Sweet and Sour Sauce

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