General Tso's Shrimp Recipe

General Tso's Shrimp Recipe

This General Tso's Shrimp is crispy, saucy, and packed with sweet, tangy, and slightly spicy flavor. Lightly battered and pan-fried, it's a balanced takeout-style dish. Serve with steamed rice and broccoli for an easy homemade favorite.

Course entree

Cuisine Chinese

Keyword general tso shrimp, general tso's shrimp

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings people

Calories 631kcal

Author Tanya Harris

Ingredients

For the Shrimp

½ cup cornstarch
1 large egg + 2 Tablespoons water
¼ teaspoon salt
1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined, tail off
½ cup canola oil for frying

For the Sauce

2 cloves garlic minced
1- inch fresh ginger minced
¾ cup light brown sugar
½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 teaspoon sesame oil
2 teaspoons cornstarch mixed with ¼ cup water slurry
6 dried red chilies optional, adjust to taste
2 green onions chopped
Sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine cornstarch, salt, water, and egg. Mix thoroughly to create a batter. Add shrimp and coat evenly.
Heat canola oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Fry shrimp in a single layer on each side for 2–3 minutes until golden. Drain on paper towels.
Drain excess oil from the pan, leaving 2 tablespoons. Sauté garlic, ginger, dried red chilies, and green onions for 30 seconds.
Stir in brown sugar, chicken broth, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and salt. Simmer for 3 minutes.
Stir the cornstarch slurry and slowly add it to the sauce. Simmer until thickened, about 2–3 minutes.
Return shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

Adjust the chilies to control the spice level.

Great with jasmine rice, snap peas, or bok choy.

Enjoy your homemade takeout night!

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