Salt and chili shrimp is a popular shrimp dish loved for its delicious flavor and crispy texture. Shrimp coated in batter and deep-fried until golden brown is served with chili slices for a kick of spiciness. Curious how to make this dish? Follow the steps below!
Ingredients for Salt and Chili Shrimp
Here are the ingredients you need to make salt and chili shrimp:
- 200 gr of Frosala peeled shrimp
- 3 tbsp of all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp of cornstarch
- 1 tbsp of rice flour
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 shallots, minced
- 1 stalk of lemongrass, bruised
- 1 stalk of scallions, thinly sliced
- Red bird’s eye chilies to taste
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Stock powder to taste
How to Make Salt and Chili Shrimp
Follow the steps below to make salt and chili shrimp
- Mix flour, garlic, shallots, salt, pepper, and stock powder.
- Coat shrimp with the flour batter.
- Dip each shrimp into beaten egg, then coat again with the flour batter.
- Deep fry shrimp until golden brown, then remove from heat and drain.
- Sauté garlic and shallots until fragrant.
- Add in the lemongrass and chilies, then stir-fry until wilted.
- Add the fried shrimp into the pan.
- Add in the scallions, stir briefly, and adjust seasoning to taste.
- The salt and chili shrimp is ready to serve.
How to Serve
Salt and chili shrimp is best enjoyed while still warm and crispy with rice. To make the meal more delicious and nutritious, pair it with a vegetable soup dish like vegetable soup or corn soup.
Recipe Variations
You can customize this salt and chili shrimp recipe to your liking. If you’re a fan of spicy food, add slices of green chilies for an extra kick and more colorful presentation. For a richer texture, you can also go for whole shrimp instead of peeled ones.
Conclusion
That’s the recipe for a delicious salt and chili shrimp dish that you can make at home with simple ingredients. For the best taste and texture, entrust your shrimp needs to Frosala! Harvested directly from trusted local farms and processed with same-day freezing, Frosala ensures quality all the way to your plate. What are you waiting for? Order shrimp from Frosala now!