Boom Boom Shrimp Recipe
Pacific Shrimp Fried Crispy then tossed in a Spicy Thai Chili Garlic Sauce.
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Ingredients
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For the Shrimp
For the Spicy Thai Chili Garlic Sauce
Method
Preparing the Shrimp
- 1
Coat the Shrimp
In a large bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. In another bowl, beat the eggs. Dip each shrimp into the egg mixture, then coat with the flour mixture.
- 2
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 3
Fry the Shrimp
Fry the coated shrimp in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Making the Spicy Thai Chili Garlic Sauce
- 4
Mix the Sauce Ingredients
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the Thai chili sauce, minced garlic, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, sesame oil, and chili flakes. Stir well and let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes.
- 5
Combine with Shrimp
Once the sauce has thickened slightly, add the fried shrimp to the saucepan. Toss the shrimp in the sauce until evenly coated.
Serving
- 6
Garnish and Serve
Transfer the shrimp to a serving platter, garnish with sliced green onions, and serve immediately.
