Lee Yeon-bok's Chili Shrimp

Popular Chinese-style dish featuring shrimp coated in a crispy, chewy custom batter and tossed in a spicy-sweet chili sauce

Ingredients needed 2 servings

Recipe

Cooking tips

  • Adding vegetable oil to the batter creates air pockets during frying, helping maintain crispiness even after tossing with sauce.
  • Add slurry gradually while stirring—adding it all at once may cause clumping; adjust consistency slowly for the ideal thickness.

Recommended for

  • Those who want to make the crispy, spicy-sweet chili shrimp they enjoy at Chinese restaurants at home.
  • People looking to learn professional-grade frying techniques that keep shrimp crisp even after time has passed.

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