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Hot Salt and Pepper Shrimp in Black Bean Sauce
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Hot Salt and Pepper Shrimp in Black Bean Sauce

4.7 (28 ratings)

A Hot Salt and Pepper Shrimp, the kind of plate you make on a quiet evening, and served in Black Bean Sauce.

Prep
28 min
Cook
70 min
Servings
6
Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients

What you'll need

  • 1 lb salt and pepper shrimp
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp garlic
  • 2 tsp fresh ginger
  • 1 medium scallions
  • 1 lb toasted sesame oil
  • a pinch Shaoxing wine
  • to taste fresh herbs, to finish
Method

Step by step

  1. Season the salt and pepper shrimp generously and let it sit while you prep the aromatics.
  2. Build the base: cook the onion, garlic and spices until soft and fragrant.
  3. Add the salt and pepper shrimp and cook it through, letting it take on color and soak up the seasoning.
  4. Rest briefly, adjust the salt and acid, and finish with fresh herbs before serving.
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